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S&Ds strengthen EU Budget 2026 for people and progress

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

Today, the European Parliament’s committee on budgets voted on its position for the EU budget 2026 – and thanks to the Socialists and Democrats, the result is a stronger, fairer, and more people-centred budget for Europe.

Vote on the EU Omnibus Package on Sustainability: "European Parliament must deliver – without further delays!"

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry
Frankfurt/Brussels, 13 October 2025 – On the vote in the Legal Affairs Committee of the European Parliament regarding the Omnibus Package on Sustainability, VDMA Executive Director Thilo Brodtmann states:
 

    S&Ds urge stronger EU action to protect Europe’s economic security amid China’s rare-earth export controls

    S&D - Socialists and Democrats

    The Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament express serious concern over China’s announcement introducing sweeping export controls on rare-earth minerals and related technologies.

    ACCA and the European Accounting Association collaborate to strengthen profession

    ACCA

    ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and the European Accounting Association (EAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. The partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between academic leaders across Europe and professional body counterparts with a focus on advancing research, providing opportunities for upskilling and inspiring the next generation of students to pursue careers in accountancy.

    Workers in multinationals gain a stronger voice despite big business pressure

    S&D - Socialists and Democrats

    Today, despite intense pressure from big business, the European Parliament confirmed the revision of EU legislation on European Works Councils (EWCs), giving workers in multinationals a stronger voice. The Socialists and Democrats, who played a leading role in securing a good agreement, applaud this outcome as a clear win for both workers and companies.

    New study shows: Hybrid systems combining flow batteries and gas-fired power plants are key to the energy transition

    Flow Batteries Europe

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    New EU Steel Measures: Missed Opportunity to Safeguard Entire Value Chain

    Metal Packaging Europe
    Metal Packaging Europe (MPE) acknowledges the proposal from the European Commission to adjust tariffs and limit quotas on imported steel. These measures represent a strong and necessary effort to defend Europe's steel industry from unfair competition and to reinforce the EU's industrial base. However, they fall short in scope and risk undermining the competitiveness of Europe's downstream steel converting sector, including vital industries like steel packaging. This invites an increased use of plastic packaging, undermining Europe's circular economy goals.
     

    Industry Leaders Call for Coherent EU Policy Linking Refining and Chemical Sectors

    FuelsEurope

    Brussels, 8 October 2025: The CEOs and leading executives of Europe’s prominent fuel manufacturing companies have jointly urged the European Commission to recognise the refining sector as a strategic partner and contribute to the preparation and implementation of the EU’s Chemical Industry Action Plan. In their letter, they warn that overlooking the deep interdependence between Europe’s refining and chemical industries risks weakening the entire industrial ecosystem.

    Europe must not abandon Georgia’s people – S&Ds on mission to Tbilisi

    S&D - Socialists and Democrats

    A high-level delegation of the Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament is travelling to Georgia today to meet and express their strong support for Georgia’s civil society, independent media, and democratic forces.

    Artificial intelligence in the EU Apply AI: "The EU is setting the right priorities"

    VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry
    Frankfurt/Brussels, 8 October 2025 – Commenting on the European Union's "Apply AI" strategy published today, Prof. Claus Oetter, Managing Director of VDMA Software and Digitalisation, said:  
     

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