Garunya

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[BUSINESSEUROPE @BusinessEurope]

As Europe Day approaches, it is a moment to ask a simple question: what is European cooperation really delivering for businesses – not just in theory, but in practice?

In the new episode of our #EspressoBriefings podcast, we speak with Ema Paulino, Chair of the Entrepreneurship and SME Committee.

Together, we explore what’s holding Europe’s small businesses back, what needs to change, and what it really takes to scale up in Europe and beyond.

Listen here: https://t.co/SpXAmXBCax

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What will it take for Europe’s SMEs to grow, scale and compete globally?

This was the focus of BusinessEurope’s SME Roadshow in Porto, organised with @cip_empresarial

There are 25 million SMEs in the EU (99% of all companies), and their concerns are consistent across Member States.

Yet SMEs remain central to Europe’s economy. “At the end of the day, it is simple: Europe needs SMEs, and SMEs need Europe,” said Ema Paulino, Chair of BusinessEurope’s Entrepreneurship and SME Committee.

To unlock their potential, SMEs must be at the centre of EU policymaking.

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Ireland’s Women in Finance Charter is an industry‑led initiative, supported by the Government of Ireland and launched in 2022 to tackle gender imbalance across the financial sector.

It does so through concrete commitments and measurable actions, such as publishing annual progress and promoting inclusive recruitment and career progression practices.

Today, over 100 firms have signed the Charter, representing more than 72,000 employees, over half of the entire Irish financial services workforce.
#InternationalWomensDay
#GenderEquality @ibec_irl

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Austria’s Children’s Day of Industry is a business-led initiative that introduces young people to the world of industry at an early age.

Organised by companies and the Federation of Austrian Industries (@iv_industrie), the initiative aims to ignite children’s interest in STEM by offering interactive workshops and junior labs for ages 5 to 14, making technology and science both accessible and engaging.

By sparking interest early on, challenging stereotypes, and showing the wide range of career opportunities available, the initiative helps encourage more girls to consider future careers in STEM and industry, while also supporting a more diverse and inclusive workforce in the long term.
#InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality

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In Cyprus, the Tuition and Nutrition Subsidy Scheme for Preschool Children has made childcare more accessible and affordable.

This helps parents stay in the labour market, supports the integration of unemployed individuals (mostly women), and promotes work-life balance and female entrepreneurship.

The Cyprus Association of Private Preschool Education (CAPPE), a member of the Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (@OEBcy), played a key role in developing this initiative.

#InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality

[BUSINESSEUROPE @BusinessEurope]

Creating more inclusive workplaces requires practical steps.

Ahead of #InternationalWomensDay, we are highlighting best practices from businesses across Europe that are making a real difference in advancing gender equality.

The Femmes du @medef network works to increase the representation of women in leadership roles and raise the visibility of female talent across the business community.

Today, it unites 40 regional networks that organise mentoring and networking events, highlights female role models through visibility and speaking opportunities, and provides training to help women step into leadership positions.

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Europe’s pension systems face growing pressure from demographics, labour market changes, and fiscal constraints.

Our new paper welcomes the European Commission’s Pensions Package as a step towards strengthening long-term investment, while highlighting the importance of economic resilience, respect for national systems, and enabling occupational pensions without extra burdens.

Read our paper here: https://t.co/vL2D5piy9W

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Our latest Espresso Briefings episode is now live!

As International Women’s Day approaches, we put the spotlight on advancing gender equality in the workplace as a driver of skills, innovation and competitiveness.

Gabriella Sebardt, Chair of our Equal Opportunities Network, reflects on the progress being made on the ground, the role of enterprises in building a more inclusive and resilient European economy, and the clear message employers across Europe want to see delivered this year.

Tune in to the conversation here: https://t.co/tIcOsyNOyY

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@RoxanaMinzatu Read more about the takeaways here: https://t.co/vuYt8OGK5h

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Constructive exchange this afternoon with representatives of @BusinessEurope.

Continuous dialogue with businesses and social partners is essential to deliver better policymaking that strengthens resilience and competitiveness.

Companies need the right support to create quality jobs for Europeans.

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At today’s joint event with BDA & @Dansk_Arbgiver, featuring EVP @RoxanaMinzatu, BusinessEurope proposed concrete ways to simplify EU social legislation while preserving workers’ rights.

“Regulatory burdens, together with energy costs, are the top reason deterring investment. Companies are spending as much on compliance as on innovation, undermining future growth and jeopardising quality jobs,” highlighted our DG Markus J. Beyrer.

Check out our paper here: https://t.co/F7ZDyml1l6

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European Parliament just transition report: yesterday’s plenary vote demonstrates lack of support for a Just Transition Directive.

The European Commission now needs to act accordingly, focusing on non‑legislative measures that help employers and workers navigate changes in the world of work.

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Today, we launch the “BusinessEurope Omnibook to reduce regulatory burdens”, offering almost 140 concrete solutions to the most pressing regulatory burdens across 10 policy areas.

Based on our latest survey, our members identify regulatory burden as the main obstacle to investment in the EU, followed by high energy prices and skilled labour shortages.

After a year of EU Omnibus proposals, the Omnibook supports the European Commission’s burden-reduction agenda. The scale and urgency of the challenge call for greater ambition and faster progress.

We need a regulatory framework that enables investment, innovation and sustainable growth.

Read the publication here: https://t.co/iANYZCU5x5

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A key contribution to Europe’s regulatory burden reduction agenda.

As the first year of the European Commission’s Omnibus proposals comes to a close, we are publishing the 3rd batch of 44 concrete suggestions to reduce regulatory burdens across key policy areas.

Built on evidence, focused on cutting administrative burdens, excessive compliance costs and Single Market barriers.

Read the paper here: https://t.co/50kXjcavI5

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We call for a stronger competitiveness framework in the upcoming EU Budget.

With the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) negotiations ongoing, we present two new papers outlining priorities to reinforce funding for the European Competitiveness Fund, Horizon Europe, the Connecting Europe Facility and Global Europe, in line with the European Commission’s proposals.

To maximise the impact of EU programmes, Europe needs greater simplification, better accessibility for companies, stronger mobilisation of private investment, and meaningful stakeholder involvement.

It also needs the right balance between increased flexibility to respond to emerging needs and the necessary predictability for medium to long term investments and research projects.

📄 Read our papers:
MFF horizontal priorities: https://t.co/mOUeywqXp2

Horizon Europe & ECF: https://t.co/0eb6RtOVvn

[Garunya @GarunyaW]

Staatswachstum allein ersetzt keine echte wirtschaftliche Dynamik. Der Fokus muss in den kommenden Jahren zurück auf die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit: wenige, dafür langlebige Regeln im Binnenmarkt für mehr Investitionssicherheit und Innovation. https://t.co/cvjoTL9yVW

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"Nicht Reformen sind das Risiko. Das wahre Risiko liegt im Nichtstun." https://t.co/vYQww3xiBC

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#EPlenary adopted provisional agreement reached by⚖️@EP_Legal negotiators led by @jorgenwarborn on simplified sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements for companies. Read more 👉 https://t.co/6wwaPH06Ve

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Achieving Europe’s sustainability goals requires rules that work for businesses.

Yesterday, our DG Markus J. Beyrer met with Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque to discuss the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (#ESRS) and how reporting can be simplified to focus on what really matters for investment decisions and what can be collected with reasonable effort.

He also stressed the importance of the Savings and Investments Union to improve access to long-term finance, helping SMEs, start-ups and innovative companies thrive, while also reducing regulatory burden.

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🚨📹Follow press conference with⚖️@EP_Legal rapporteur @jorgenwarborn today at 15.00 on the simplified sustainability reporting and due diligence rules for companies following final plenary vote. Find out more here 👉 https://t.co/TDMEapnn3s