08 Oct
Chapter News, News

EU enlargement in 2014 and beyond: Progress & Challenges

In a set of annual reports adopted today, the European Commission has assessed the progress made over the past year by the countries wishing to join the EU in the Western Balkans and by Turkey, and the challenges ahead. Presenting the annual Enlargement Package, Commissioner Štefan Füle said: "Five years ago, we set out to strengthen the credibility and the transformative power of enlargement policy. We put a particular emphasis on three pillars: rule of law in 2012, economic governance...

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07 Oct
Chapter News, News

The real TTIP is a prize worth having

Rotterdam, 7 October 2014 | Karel De Gucht, European Commissioner for Trade Ladies and gentlemen, I don't think I can think of anywhere in Europe, and perhaps even in the world, that would be a better place to talk about trade than Rotterdam. Well… maybe if we were in the Port of Antwerp… but there I'm showing my Belgian colours! These cities live and breathe trade. They also have a special role among statisticians. When experts look at Trade statistics, they need to...

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07 Oct
Chapter News, News

Work with the European Union

The EU Delegation is hiring! Put your international relations skills to use and contribute to the long-standing transatlantic relationship by joining our team.     Consider a career at the EU Delegation to the United States, one of the European Union’s largest and most active diplomatic missions. Located in downtown Washington, DC, we offer an excellent staff benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; a retirement savings plan; and competitive vacation time. We are currently in search of one executive assistant...

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03 Oct
Chapter News, News

SMEs still struggled in 2013, in spite of signs of positive economic recovery

In 2013, economic conditions remained challenging for SMEs in most Member States. Economic results suggest there is a recovery, but it is uneven and not yet following a robust trajectory. These are the conclusions of the annual SMEs Performance Review and country-specific SBA factsheets published today by the European Commission. In 2013, the numbers of SMEs and their value added stood above pre-crisis levels of 2008, but SMEs’ employment was still some way below that mark since it was down...

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02 Oct
Chapter News, News, Trade & TTIP Related

Hearings in Brussels, TTIP Discussions in Washington

There is a lot going on this week with regards to trade, and TTIP in particular on both sides of the Atlantic. Yesterday, the European Parliament continued its hearings, interviewing Lord Jonathan Hill, Commissioner- elect for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union. Lord Hill failed to convince members of Parliament and has been recalled for a second hearing. Today’s hearings started with Pierre Moscovici, Commissioner – designate for Economic and Financial Affairs, Taxation and Customs.     Hearings are scheduled to proceed...

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02 Oct
Member News, News

DS-Concept Provides $3 Million Export Factoring Facility to Indian Auto-Parts Manufacturer

DS-Concept Factoring, Inc., a global commercial finance company specializing in international non-recourse factoring, has provided a $3 million export accounts receivable facility to an automobile parts manufacturer in India. The client, who provides truck and tractor parts to major automobile manufacturers in the USA, and Europe, is implementing this non-recourse factoring facility to free up their local borrowing facilities so they can reinvest in additional inventory and capital expenditure to accommodate growing sales. By working with DS-Concept, the client can now replace the...

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01 Oct
Chapter News, New York Related News, News

Mayor De Blasio Unveils Digital.NYC First Ever All-Inclusive Online Hub For The City’s Tech Ecosystem

Comprehensive Online Platform Connects New Yorkers with Information, Resources and Jobs in New York City’s Digital Economy NEW YORK—New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio today unveiled Digital.NYC, a first-of-its-kind online platform that will serve as a centralized hub for the City’s tech ecosystem, providing information and resources to help turn ideas into businesses, deliver valuable tools for digital startups, and connect New Yorkers to opportunities in the City’s tech ecosystem. Digital.NYC offers a pioneering search portal and database with profiles...

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29 Sep
Chapter News, New York Related News, News

Tax Break For Solar Panels In NYC Approved

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed a law to extend property tax breaks for installing electricity-generating solar panels on New York City buildings. Assembly member Linda Rosenthal, a Manhattan Democrat and sponsor, says the action extends the existing incentive program to 2017, doubles the possible tax break and helps promote a green economy. It’s also meant to offset the 25 percent higher cost of installing solar capacity in the city due to stringent regulations and the complexity of building sites. Sponsors say eligible...

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29 Sep
Chapter News, News

Scrutiny time: candidate commissioners’ hearings start today

Jean-Claude Juncker and the candidate commissioners The 27 candidates hoping to be part of the European Commission led by Jean-Claude Juncker start appearing at hearings at the European Parliament today. During the three-hour hearings EP committees will test the candidate commissioners' expertise and competences ahead of the EP voting on whether to approve the new Commission on 22 October. The hearings will be shown live on our website and can also be followed on various other platforms. Read on...

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29 Sep
Chapter News, News

Consumers: Commission improves safety of cosmetics

Today the Commission further strengthened the protection of consumers, in particular babies and young children. It adopted two measures restricting the use of three preservatives in cosmetic products. "We have shown once again that the safety of consumers is paramount in every decision we take. Preservatives in cosmetics serve a valuable function ensuring that the products we use on a daily basis are free from pathogens. We need however to ensure that the preservatives guarantee the maximum degree of protection....

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