The EU single market at 30

As the European single market reaches its 30th anniversary this year, its value as a pillar of Europe’s resilience is undeniable. The removal of trade barriers has allowed the free movement of goods, services, capital and people, making the EU a place of exchange and true integration, while strengthening Europe’s competitiveness at the global level. The single market is the backbone of the Union and must continue to transform in order to meet the changing needs of a changing Europe.

This conversation sought to make sense of the challenges that stand in the way of further market integration in the light of the current cost-of-living crisis, war and climate imperatives.

‘What the Chief Says’ events are informal and off-the-record roundtable debates that offer our members the exclusive opportunity to engage directly with a senior decision-maker from a European institution or government and get to the heart of a specific policy issue. These events are geared to be in tune with the interests of our members and are strategically linked to emerging trends within the EU sphere. Allowing us to identify opportunities and challenges in the European Commission’s agenda, these events discuss the ‘nitty gritty’ of policies affecting Europe in the next years and beyond.

This 60-minute discussion included a 10-minute introduction by Professor Mario Monti, former Italian prime minister and European commissioner, and Trustee of Friends of Europe, followed by comments and questions from Friends of Europe’s members.

This event took place on an online platform upon registration. Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook, and join the #FoEDebate!

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