Deputy Director General at BusinessEurope in charge of International Affairs/ Security and Defence. Tweets are my own.
Joined September 2014
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CBAM is an essential complement to the EU Emissions Trading System, helping prevent carbon leakage and safeguard the competitiveness of European industry.
With its definitive phase underway since January 2026, getting implementation right is crucial. For companies, this means proportionate rules, workable procedures and minimal administrative burden.
We gathered feedback from our members on practical challenges during the first months of implementation and where improvements are needed.
Read our newly published fact check to explore their feedback and our recommendations: businesseurope.eu/publicatio…
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New China position paper from BusinessEurope, Brussels' umbrella corporate lobby group, shows how much biz thinking has changed on how Europe should approach Beijing
- "open to examining" a new overcapacity instrument, potentially involving quotas
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Unfair trade practices evolve fast. Europe’s trade defence toolbox must keep pace.
From complex value chain distortions to increasingly sophisticated ways of bypassing duties, the challenges are growing. A more proactive approach is needed.
Our new paper sets out proposals for a more effective EU response:
▪️ Earlier investigations and anticipatory monitoring of market distortions.
▪️ Stronger enforcement against circumvention of duties.
▪️ Simpler procedures and dedicated support for SMEs.
▪️ More robust use of the particular market situation and facts available.
Read our proposals: businesseurope.eu/publicatio…
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Timely exchange with Ditte Juul Jørgensen, DG of DG TRADE, on main issues for European industry, including ongoing negotiations with China, transatlantic relations and the role of trade agreements in the EU’s diversification strategy.
Our key message: Europe must build resilience through diversification, assert its economic interests, and remain open to dialogue and balanced, mutually beneficial partnerships.
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What does Europe need to become more secure, resilient and competitive?
A full room at our high-level event with Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, @ChairmanEUMC Sean Clancy, policymakers and business leaders, exploring how to scale up Europe’s defence industry and deepen cooperation with trusted partners.
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European business remains strongly committed to supporting Ukraine in the path towards EU integration, and to working with Ukrainian businesses 🤝 to build partnerships and new business opportunities
- the message of our President @mwitucki to the Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine for European and Euro-Atlantic integration @VVChentsov
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We remain committed to rules-based trade, with a more efficient WTO at its heart.
Today at the WTO Public Forum in Geneva, a BusinessEurope delegation led by DDG Luisa Santos met with WTO Director-General Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (@NOIweala).
We underlined the importance of safeguarding the fundamental principles of multilateral trade while developing new disciplines in areas such as e-commerce and industrial subsidies.
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Europe’s ambitious goals to increase defence spending and improve preparedness will require the engagement of the entire European industrial base.
A key message from today’s exchange with Commissioner Andrius Kubilius (@KubiliusA), ahead of our event on 23 September on European readiness, preparedness and defence strategy.
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How can Europe strengthen its security while building a more competitive and resilient industrial base?
Join policymakers and business leaders for a discussion on Europe’s industrial agenda in a new geopolitical era, featuring keynote addresses by European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius @KubiliusA and EUMC Chairman Sean Clancy.
📅 23 September 2026
🕑 14.00–17.00 CET
📍 Thon Hotel EU, Brussels
Register here: businesseurope.eu/events/sec…
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🇪🇺🇺🇸 BusinessEurope and the @USChamber welcome the implementation of the #USEU Framework Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade.
At a time of geopolitical uncertainty, the agreement provides businesses on both sides of the Atlantic with greater predictability and planning certainty.
Read our joint statement: shorturl.at/II3bw
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Avrupa İş Dünyası çatı kuruluşu BusinessEurope Genel Direktörü Sayın Markus J. Beyrer ile bir araya gelerek Türkiye-Avrupa Birliği arasındaki sanayi ilişkilerini, Gümrük Birliğinin etkin işleyişine ilişkin önceliklerimizi, AB’nin Sanayi Hızlandırma Yasası taslağının Türkiye-AB ekonomik ve ticari ilişkileri üzerindeki olası yansımalarını ele aldık.
BusinessEurope’un Gümrük Birliği ile kurulmuş olan güçlü tedarik ağlarının korunmasını destekleyen yaklaşımından duyduğumuz memnuniyeti belirttik.
Önümüzdeki süreçte, Türkiye’nin Gümrük Birliği’nden kaynaklanan özgün konumunun düzenlemelere somut biçimde yansıtılması ve Türkiye’nin Avrupa Birliğinin ekonomik dayanıklılığına ve rekabetçiliğine katkılarının her aşamada gözetilmesi yönündeki çalışmalarımızı eşgüdüm içinde sürdüreceğiz.
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🤝 Good exchange today with MEP Christophe Grudler, ITRE Rapporteur on the #IndustrialAcceleratorAct.
For BusinessEurope, the Act should strengthen Europe's industrial base through:
✅ Simpler and faster permitting across all sectors
✅ A targeted and cautious approach to European preference
✅ Avoiding a second, parallel EU system for FDI screening
Read our position paper: shorturl.at/TMvS7
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🇪🇺🇧🇷 This week, a delegation led by our DG Markus J. Beyrer, travelled to Brazil to engage with business leaders, policymakers and key stakeholders on the next chapter of #EUBrazil relations.
At this pivotal moment for the #EUMercosur Agreement, the mission aimed to deepen engagement with Brazilian stakeholders, foster a shared understanding of the agreement’s benefits, and ensure companies make good use of the improved market access conditions.
🤝 Meetings included Ambassador Philip Gough (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and Tatiana Prazeres (Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade).
We look forward to continuing our close cooperation and turning this historic agreement into tangible opportunities for #businesses on both sides of the Atlantic.
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We welcome today's approval by the European Parliament of the modernised EU-Mexico Trade & Cooperation Agreement 🇪🇺🇲🇽
What does it mean for business?
Hear from representatives of @Michelin and @gestamp on the benefits they expect, from greater predictability and a stronger institutional framework to enhanced sustainability cooperation and improved access to critical raw materials.
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Tomorrow, the European Parliament votes on the modernised EU–Mexico Trade & Cooperation Agreement.
The agreement will deepen economic, political and strategic ties while creating new opportunities for businesses on both sides.
"In the current geopolitical context, it is key to diversify our alliances, and Mexico appears like a great opportunity."
@borjagimenezl, MEP and INTA Rapporteur for the EU–Mexico agreement, joined our discussion on the agreement on 24 June. Watch him explain why it matters.
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A valuable discussion with General Seán Clancy, Chairman of the European Union Military Committee, on Europe's preparedness and resilience.
As General Clancy stressed: "Our resilience depends on our society - it is our own responsibility."
We fully share the view that Europe's security depends on its competitiveness, industrial strength and innovation.
Thank you for the excellent exchange - we look forward to continuing our cooperation.
Security & competitiveness go hand in hand!
Today, the Chair of the EU Military Committee (CEUMC) joined @BusinessEurope to discuss Europe’s evolving security landscape. The message was clear: security, resilience, and economic strength are inseparable.
With war in Ukraine, hybrid threats, and global competition, Europe must act now. Defence readiness isn’t just about militaries—it’s about industry, infrastructure, and innovation. The EU’s Preparedness Union Strategy and Defence Readiness 2030 are key to ensuring Europe can deter, defend, and sustain itself in crises.
Businesses play a vital role—from critical infrastructure to supply chain resilience. Public-private cooperation is no longer optional—it’s essential.
Europe’s future security depends on speed, scale, and solidarity. Let’s build a stronger, more competitive, and resilient Europe—together. 🇪🇺 #Security #Defence #EUResilience #BusinessEurope
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Ahead of the upcoming EU-UK Summit, European and UK business urge leaders to agree on tangible outcomes that benefit both businesses and citizens.
We call for an ambitious programme for deeper economic, defence, and security cooperation, including the conclusion on ongoing negotiations e.g SPS and ETS linking.
Read our joint letter with @CBItweets: businesseurope.eu/publicatio…
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New momentum for EU-Mexico trade!
This morning we discussed the modernised EU-Mexico agreement with policymakers, business leaders & experts, and what it means for European companies and trade diversification.
“As businesses, we need to be ready to seize the opportunities that this agreement will create,” highlighted our DG Markus J. Beyrer.
The agreement goes far beyond its predecessor, strengthening cooperation across economic, political, social and strategic areas, and opening new opportunities for businesses on both sides.
With the European Parliament plenary vote scheduled for early July, the process is moving ahead at speed.
Many thanks to all speakers and participants for the excellent discussion!
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EU enlargement is back at the top of the political agenda. But making it a success requires preparation on both sides.
Speaking at the @iv_industrie Focus Group on Central and Eastern Europe, our DG Markus J. Beyrer underlined that candidate countries must be ready to take on the full obligations of EU membership, while the EU itself must be prepared to integrate new members.
A merit-based accession process is essential to maintain credibility. And as candidate countries move closer to the Single Market, Europe's businesses must have a seat at the table.
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Ahead of today's European Council (#EUCO), we urge EU leaders to act decisively and in unity to put Europe’s economy back on track.
Delivering on European competitiveness and regulatory burden reduction must remain a key priority for Europe.
A strong economy is the foundation for prosperity, security and resilience, and is essential to sustain Europe’s support for Ukraine.
Our new Spring Economic Outlook shows that geopolitical tensions, high energy prices and global trade uncertainty continue to weigh on growth prospects.
Read our recommendations in our Dublin declaration: businesseurope.eu/publicatio…
Read our letter to @eucopresident António Costa: businesseurope.eu/publicatio…
