Author: The New European
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We are going to the Integrating Cities Conference: Shaping Our Cities with Migrant and Local Communities
The power of municipalities in the integration of migrant communities is not to be undermined. But how can cities become more inclusive? This week, we are heading to Bologna, Italy, to attend the “11th Integrating Cities Conference: Shaping Our Cities with Migrant and Local Communities” , which is part of the UNITES (Urban Integration Strategies…
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Is the new Commission committed to inclusiveness?
The upcoming days will shape the next five years of the European Commission. Back in August, EU member states nominated their candidates for the next European Commission. Now, from 4-12 November, the Commissioners-designate who were assigned to various portfolios by President Von der Leyen will undergo hearings conducted by Members of the European Parliament. Let’s…
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Non-inclusivity is slowing down Europe’s economic growth, and this needs to change
As the world becomes more interconnected, diverse and interdependent, inclusivity is no longer just an ethical issue but an economic necessity. The cost of non-inclusivity – the failure to include marginalised groups in key aspects of society – results in significant losses in terms of economic productivity. Non-inclusivity comes at a high price for Europe’s…
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WTO Public Forum Wrap-up: To be more competitive, we must be more inclusive
For those passionate about inclusivity in business, last week’s WTO Public Forum was hard to miss. 4400 people gathered in Geneva, Switzerland to attend the 138 sessions organised by the WTO. This year’s was particularly significant for those working to make entrepreneurship more accessible, as one of the conference’s sub-themes was ‘Digitalisation as a catalyst…
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Entrepreneurs as a key to peace: how fragile states can benefit from inclusive entrepreneurship
Could entrepreneurs be the key to promoting peace in conflict-stricken areas? Let’s take a deep-dive into the recent study published by Seth D. Kaplan, a professor at John Hopkins University, and Adrian Magendzo, professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Kentucky, which explores the impact entrepreneurship can have on peace processes in fragile states.…
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Sustainable Development’s Secret Weapon
How Migrant Workers Fuel Sustainable Progress Across the Globe Brussels, 17th of June 2024 – According to the IOM, migrant workers inject almost $800 billion into the local economies of their home countries through remittances. In an increasingly interconnected world, the role of migrant workers and entrepreneurs transcends geographical borders, with their contributions extending far…
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Rating European Party Manifestos on Inclusive Entrepreneurship
As the 2024 European elections approach, political parties across the spectrum are unveiling their manifestos outlining their vision for the future of the European Union. Among the various priorities outlined in these manifestos, the promotion of inclusive entrepreneurship and related issues stands out as a crucial aspect of fostering economic growth, social cohesion, and innovation…
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Who Reaps the Benefits of the Single Market? Not SMEs, according to the Letta report.
Brussels, 22 April 2024 – The European Union’s economic strength rests on the shoulders of its many millions of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), according to the long-awaited report from former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta on the future of the single market. Yet SMEs do not reap the rewards of the single market. Letta’s…
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What’s the status of EU-US trade and technology cooperation?
Brussels, 9th April 2024 – Hundreds of stakeholders and journalists descended on Leuven, Belgium, on April 4th and 5th to attend the sixth edition of the Trade and Technology Council and hear what several high-level EU and US leaders had to say on relations between the two parties. The Council, set up by US President…
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European Commission Releases Action Plan Tackling Labour and Skills Shortages
Brussels, 26 March 2024 – The Commission has released its long-awaited action plan to address chronic labour and skills shortages plaguing the European Union. Announced on Wednesday, the action plan acknowledges the severity of the shortages and outlines steps at the EU, national and social levels to mitigate the consequences. This analysis will unpack the…