The EU is facing fundamental challenges: the war in Ukraine, technological dependence on the US and China, and structural weaknesses are jeopardising Europe's economic future. With its ‘Competitiveness Compass’ reform plan, the EU now wants to turn the tide and is aiming for massive investment in key industries, better security of supply, and comprehensive bureaucracy reduction. However, this plan conflicts with traditional European values such as sustainability, consumer protection, human rights, free trade, and the national self-determination of member states. In conversation with HSG experts, this short documentary paints a nuanced picture of a Europe that needs to reinvent itself.
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Where is Europe heading in the name of competitiveness?
The European Union is currently facing unprecedented challenges: war, unpredictable alliances, and massive economic deficits. The EU Commission wants to respond to these threats with a comprehensive reform plan. But which European values will come under pressure as a result? A short documentary featuring HSG experts.
Summary The EU is facing fundamental challenges: the war in Ukraine, technological dependence on the US and China, and structural weaknesses are jeopardising Europe's economic future. With its ‘Competitiveness Compass’ reform plan, the EU now wants to turn the tide and is aiming for massive investment in key industries, better security of supply, and comprehensive bureaucracy reduction. However, this plan conflicts with traditional European values such as sustainability, consumer protection, human rights, free trade, and the national self-determination of member states. In conversation with HSG experts, this short documentary paints a nuanced picture of a Europe that needs to reinvent itself.
Where is Europe heading in the name of competitiveness?
In this short documentary, we explore the changes that Europe must embrace to survive in the new world order, drawing on the insights of several HSG experts. (in German)
