Tag: Europe
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Sadiq Khan, the face of the new Europe?
London’s Sadiq Khan is the first Muslim mayor of a European capital. Thanks to his background and ideas, he has quickly grown to become the symbol of a successful and open Europe, which has led him to become one of the most prominent voices against Brexit.
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Populism in times of uncertainty: interview with Zsuzsanna Szelényi
Last week The New European participated to the German Marshall Fund’s Brussels Forum and had the chance to hear the opinion of senior officials from the EU institutions and the Member States, Parliamentarians, academics and media representatives on one of the most pressing issues of the current times: populism.
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The EU at 60: becoming a community?
This weekend, the EU will celebrate its 60 years, in a moment of crisis. If it wants to survive, it should revive its vision and heal the division inside its society: it should become a community.
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New European entrepreneurs are key for our shared prosperity
New European entrepreneurs have a specific role to play in the Renaissance of the EU’s economy – it is important to consider their contribution fairly.
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The necessary steps in SME policy
The EU institutions have an important role in creating an environment favourable to SMEs. The Chair of the SMEs Intergroup at the European Parliament shares some suggestions on what has to be done.
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The role of entrepreneurship in fighting social exclusion
Entrepreneurship has the potential to be a solution for social exclusions in the EU and around the world. Inclusive entrepreneurship policies ensure that all members of society have an equal opportunity to start a business.
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The Innovative SME
In the globalised economy, the strategic importance for SMEs to innovate cannot be understated. Unfortunately, often they cannot do it alone and need support. Policy makers at all levels have an important role to play, but coordination is needed.
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Challenges and Opportunities of Migrant Entrepreneurship
The parallel phenomena of increased migration and maturing ethnic communities, together with the emphasis on economic growth, innovation, job creation and social integration in the EU, creates both challenges and opportunities.
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Iran nuclear agreement
Sanctions that had been posed by the UN, US and EU over the Islamic Republic of Iran have gradually been lifted since the implementation of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action last year between Iran and EU3+3. Before the entry into force of this agreement, sanctions covered a wide range including asset freezes, travel bans, bans…
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«Towards a Single Market built around SMEs» – ‘Luc Hendrickx’, UEAPME
Interview with Luc Hendricx, Director of Competitiveness of Enterprises and External Relations at UEAPME, on how the EU can create a better environment for SMEs.