critical sectors
Coverage of critical sectors in the Nexus archive.
- The mandate on China is clear, but can Europe compete rather than just protect?
The article highlights the need for Europe to implement a credible 'shock plan' to boost competitiveness amid a mandate on China. It warns that protecting critical sectors without such a plan risks leading to managed decline rather than effective competition.
- EU cloud law leaves critical sectors exposed to US hostility, critics warn
The EU's proposed Cloud and AI Development Act is criticized for failing to shield critical sectors from potential US hostility. Critics argue the draft law does not prevent a 'Trump kill switch' from disrupting the bloc's economy.
- Brussels fires starting gun on tougher China trade policy, as Beijing vows retaliation
The European Commission agreed to a stricter approach toward trade relations with China, citing a 'China shock' threatening EU industries. Trade chief Maros Sefcovic proposed developing new tools to pressure companies in critical sectors. Beijing has pledged retaliation against these measures.