On July 4 and 5, 2019 in Helsinki, a meeting will be held between the EU Ministers responsible for Competitiveness. Although the appointment of a special Vice-President for Industry is expected, the polymer industry in Europe remains united in a Joint call to the Heads of State and Government.<\/p>\n
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Branch Association Polymers supports this united initiative by signing the joint paper on the positioning of industry at the core of the EU’s future with a Joint call to the Heads of State and Government to:<\/p>\n
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\u2022 Urge the next European Commission to shortlist industry as a top priority of its 5-year Work Programme and appoint a dedicated Vice-President for Industry;
\n\u2022 Require the next European Commission to swiftly present an ambitious long-term EU industrial strategy, which shall include clear indicators and governance;
\n\u2022 Take stock, each year at the Spring European Council, of progress in the implementation of this EU industrial strategy, and provide political guidance to foster European competitiveness.<\/p>\n
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With the signing of this document, BAP, together with the rest of the polymer industry, relies on proactive and coordinated leadership to ensure that Europe remains a hub for a leading, smart, innovative and sustainable industry, that benefits all Europeans and future generations.<\/p>\n
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