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CLEPA: Trade restrictions impact jobs and wealth on both ends

CLEPA

In the context of potential trade restrictions on steel and aluminium imposed by the US, CLEPA, the European association of the automotive supplier industry supports the European Commission’s continued commitment to fair and rules based international trade and cooperation with the US.

Parliament will only back deal on future relationship with UK that guarantees EU rules and standards

S&D - Socialists and Democrats
The leaders of the main pro-EU groups in the European Parliament today approved the Parliament’s position on the future relationship between the EU and the UK.
 
S&D Group spokesperson for Brexit, Roberto Gualtieri MEP said:
 
“Parliament today outlined its views on the future EU-UK relationship. This is important, as Parliament’s consent to the withdrawal agreement will also include our assessment of the agreed framework for this relationship.
 

S&Ds: voices of wisdom in Washington must prevail to avoid a trade war

S&D - Socialists and Democrats
The S&D Group welcomes the measures the European Commission plans to take in case the United States formalise Donald Trump’s threats to impose heavy, global tariffs on imports of steel and aluminium. As we still hope that the voices of wisdom in Washington prevail and the trade war can be avoided; a united European Union has to be ready to act strongly to protect our workers and businesses, and defend international trade rules. 
 
 

Commission steps up the fight against member states' race to the bottom on tax. Harmful tax practices must be rooted out in the EU, say S&Ds

S&D - Socialists and Democrats
The Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament are pleased that the European Commission is taking account of harmful tax practices in its economic recommendations to member states.
 
S&D Group vice-president Udo Bullmann and S&D Group spokesperson for economic and monetary affairs, Pervenche Berès, stated:
 

S&Ds: In a growing world of populism, extremism and xenophobia, the promotion of human rights is more important than ever

S&D - Socialists and Democrats
The S&D members of the subcommittee on human rights took part in the European Parliament delegation attending the 37th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on 5-6 March 2018 in Geneva. On that occasion, they highlighted the importance of the promotion of human rights to confront the growth of populism, extremism and xenophobia, and expressed concern over the shrinking space for civil society.
 
Commenting on the UNHRC session, S&D MEP Francisco Assis stated:
 

FAIB Salary Benchmark survey

FAIB - Federation of European and International Associations established in Belgium

The FAIB has just published the results of its salary benchmark survey carried out with the support of its Board members and its associate member, DKW.

FAIB - Federation of European and International Associations established in Belgium

Pittella resigns S&D Group leadership. New president to be elected on 20 March. Grazie Gianni.

S&D - Socialists and Democrats
Following his successful election to the Italian Senate, Gianni Pittella announced today at a meeting of all S&D group MEPs his resignation from the Group presidency. Possible candidates have until Monday 12 March 2018 to put themselves forward, with the election of the new Group president on Tuesday 20 March. 
 
 
In his farewell speech to the group, Gianni Pittella stated:
 

Appropriate risk management is crucial for effective strategic leadership, says ACCA

ACCA

Organisations cannot exploit strategic opportunities nor can they protect themselves from potential losses or failures, without a clear steer from the top on appropriate risk taking, says ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

Company boards are closely connected to effective risk management. Risk assessment, reporting and control help to enhance a board’s governance and control policies, keeping organisations aligned with their objectives.

Facts & science, mark continuity for innovation and sustainability

ETRMA - The European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers' Association
Geneva, 6th March 2018 – The Board of Directors of the European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturers’ Association met today. This was the first meeting chaired by ETRMA’s new president, Mr Franco Annunziato.
 

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