“My presidency begins at a transformative time: a new European legislature is starting, with the renewal of the European Parliament and the European Commission. This presents a critical opportunity for us to influence and shape the policies of the new institutions. There is much to discuss, our dialogue to be intensified and further relations to be built.

The representation of our sector and our businesses is a vital element for European policymaking. Our institutional activities are essential to benefit our companies, but also to support European efforts for a truly common and competitive market, for a stronger economy. The nature of our association allows us to bring, without intermediation, the direct experience and sensitivity of us entrepreneurs and our national associations to the highest representatives of European institutions, both officials and politicians, giving a voice to the real needs of our companies.

We face new challenges and strategic priorities.