Eurochambres, as the representative network of more than 20 million companies, is the leading voice for the broad business community at EU level. It has a vital role in influencing Europe’s most critical priorities and it is instrumental in driving forward Europe’s economic ambitions and the agenda of competitiveness, which lies at the heart of the Union’s autonomy.   In the face of geopolitical instability, intensifying global competition, volatile energy prices, supply chain pressures, and persistent skills shortages, communities such as this are indispensable in reinforcing Europe’s ability to remain economically strong, build up its competitiveness and subsequently be strategically relevant. Because economic strength and geopolitical relevance go hand in hand. Because we cannot truly be a global strategic actor as a Union without being competitive. 🇪🇺🇨🇾(NikosChristodoulides)