Laurent Scheer

Citizen of the 🌍, and proud to be 🇪🇺 and 🇫🇷! Passion for politics, amateur of fine food and great🍷& 🥃 - opinions expressed here strictly my own.

[Patrick Martin @PatrickMartin_1]

L’accord UE-#Mercosur est une opportunité stratégique pour renforcer nos liens économiques, soutenir la #croissance et créer des #emplois.
C’est le moment d’agir, ne laissons pas passer cette chance ! Ricardo Alban, président de la @CNI_br, et moi-même réaffirmons dans cette tribune notre soutien à la conclusion rapide de cet accord.
👉 https://t.co/FF45ZJJ8dj

[Fabrice Le Saché @f_lesache]

US tarifs : the counter measures established by ⁦@EU_Commission⁩ shall not over exposed a sector or a country. The risks and effects are to be shared at European level. The 2018 list of products shall be updated.

⁦@MarosSefcovic⁩ ⁦@medef https://t.co/kOmGRqKbCK

[Fabrice Le Saché @f_lesache]

Les vins et spiritueux mais également les cosmétiques sont sur cette liste initiale. Attention à ne pas surexposer certains pays/secteurs. L’effort de réponse et les risques doivent être partagés à l’échelle européenne.

[Pauline Bastidon @BastidonPauline]

"Enough is enough, stop using us as a bargaining chip in completely unrelated disputes": @spiritsEUROPE to EU & US policymakers in response to threats of tariffs on spirits on both sides: https://t.co/pyzlydbJCQ

[Pauline Bastidon @BastidonPauline]

We count on @MarosSefcovic and his US counterparts @howardlutnick @jamiesongreer to reach an agreement & sort this out. Neither @spiritsEUROPE nor our US counterparts at @DistilledSpirit want or can afford tariffs on our EU & US products.

[spiritsEUROPE @spiritsEUROPE]

We are deeply disappointed! Yet again, spirit drinks have become collateral damage in an unrelated trade dispute between the EU & US. As highlighted in our numerous engagements with the @EU_Commission over the last seven years, we have failed to understand how this will help with the broader, unrelated dispute on steel and aluminium.
🗞️Full press release: https://t.co/FwhAAPwTZK
📢We want #ToatsNotTariffs

[Pauline Bastidon @BastidonPauline]

@spiritsEUROPE is deeply disappointed over the EU announced tariffs on US whiskey & spirits. Once again, we are becoming collateral damage in an unrelated dispute. Much is on the line, but this is still preventable. The clock is ticking!
For more: https://t.co/NBa2HIZIlx

[Pauline Bastidon @BastidonPauline]

Thank you for a very productive meeting @CHansenEU @EUAgri and for listening to our views, concerns & hopes in relation to the future of EU food & agriculture, EU trade policy & the single market, and how EU/French spirits can keep supporting rural communities & the economy.

[Fabrice Le Saché @f_lesache]

La taxe annuelle de 2% sur le patrimoine fondée sur la valorisation virtuelle des entreprises est ravageur de marketing. On exhibe 2% comme un chiffre faible là où la somme peut représenter plus que TOUS les revenus RÉELS perçus par les entrepreneurs sur une année !

[Fabrice Le Saché @f_lesache]

Ces tarifs sont injustifiés. Aucune démonstration d’aides d’Etat ou de dumping étayée. La filière Cognac est vitale pour la Charente, Charente-Maritime et touche aussi les Deux-Sèvres, Dordogne. Il faut aider nos producteurs & accélérer les autres débouchés/accords commerciaux.

[IARD @IARDalliance]

Today, on Repeal Day, we reflect on the lessons of Prohibition in the US – a failed experiment that fuelled corruption, organised crime and mass poisonings caused by illicit alcohol.

History shows prohibition doesn’t stop harmful drinking; it pushes it underground.

At IARD, we advocate for evidence-based policies that prioritise regulation, education and public-private collaboration to reduce harm and promote responsible drinking.

Let’s learn from history. Prohibition doesn’t work, but smarter policies do.

#RepealDay #ResponsibleDrinking #ModerationMatters

[spiritsEUROPE @spiritsEUROPE]

43 European business associations rally behind a call for a bold & #OpenTrade policy to keep Europe competitive, prosperous & resilient!
Press Release👉 https://t.co/2ufFvty9ii
@EP_Trade @EUAgri @CHansenEU @MarosSefcovic @berndlange @vonderleyen @VDombrovskis @WeyandSabine @steph_sejourne

[spiritsEUROPE @spiritsEUROPE]

Today's decision by #China means that by Friday 11 October, EU #brandy producers will be hit by a significant additional financial burden when exporting to China! This is particularly challenging, as shipments for the Chinese New Year are already in transit.
This decision is contrary to the evidence submitted which clearly shows the absence of dumping, injury, or threat of injury.
📢We call on the @EU_Commission to redouble its efforts to urgently find a negotiated solution to ensure that duties are never imposed.
🗞️Full Press release 👉https://t.co/IzdAE5XEME

[Fédération des Exportateurs de Vins & Spiritueux @FEVS_France]

La France 🇫🇷 doit indiquer clairement et fortement à la Commission 🇪🇺 de rechercher avec énergie une solution négociée dans le dossier des véhicules électriques chinois, pour lever les menaces sur les spiritueux français.

[spiritsEUROPE @spiritsEUROPE]

The Digital Consumer Information Alliance urges European policymakers to adopt a coordinated approach on product information via digital means. This is in the interest of consumers & economic operators, including SMEs. A harmonised, future-proof framework across products is essential!
#DigitalLabelling #YesWeScan
See the call 👉https://t.co/QLpkHELU86

[Darya Galperina @Darya_Galp]

My wishlist to the future trade commissioner is clear. It was much more difficult to pick up a favorite cocktail. Thank you @spiritsEUROPE for this opportunity to speak up! @Trade_EU @EP_Trade @EUAgri @Pernod_RicardEU

[Julian Braithwaite @JnbraithwaiteUK]

Why you might not say 1-2 drinks a day is safe, but you should not say it is dangerous.

Former Cambridge Professor of the Public Understanding of Risk Sir David Spiegelhalter on why the recent spate of media reporting about no safe level of alcohol consumption is misleading.

[Ulrich Adam @SpiritedUlrich]

#Spirits producers accelerating #Digital #Labels roll-out worldwide to help #consumers make informed purchasing decisions: #ClearAsASpirit
https://t.co/JK9ZNcXg6a

[IARD @IARDalliance]

It is so important that the media accurately report on scientific studies on alcohol and health. @NYTimes has just published an article that does not accurately reflect a recent study's full findings. Read more at: https://t.co/u22MPTTuRx

[Darya Galperina @Darya_Galp]

An excellent, clear and forceful call for an ambitious and open trade policy that supports EU’s competitiveness at a global scene. Bravo @spiritsEUROPE and all undersigned. @Pernod_Ricard strongly supports your message. @Trade_EU @vonderleyen @EP_Trade