The European Commission has announced that it will be launching a strategic dialogue with the European automotive industry on Thursday 30 January with social partners and other key players (see EUROPE 13549/7).
In a press release, the European Commission said the initiative underlined its “commitment to safeguarding the future of a sector vital to European prosperity, while at the same time advancing its climate goals and broader societal objectives”. This dialogue will be chaired by President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and will consist of regular meetings bringing together industry representatives such as manufacturers or suppliers, social partners, Commissioners and other stakeholders, including civil society.
Thematic working groups will then present detailed proposals. Wider consultations with other industry stakeholders will also be conducted. The EU Council and the European Parliament will be closely involved in the entire process.
The main points of discussion will focus on innovation, clean transition and decarbonisation, competitiveness and resilience, trade relations and an international level playing field, as well as streamlining regulation and optimising processes. (Original version in French by Anne Damiani)