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In Focus Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

European Emissions Trading Reform

With the European Emissions Trading, the EU Commission aims to reform an effective climate policy instrument. To unleash its steering effects, several key approaches are required. In a new policy paper, the DIHK outlines what to consider in the reform.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

The Future of Payments: What Does the Digital Euro Bring Us?

The digital Euro may become a reality in the Eurozone countries by 2029. It aims to bring more independence and resilience, reduce costs for the economy, and offer as much privacy as cash. However, the promised added value must be reflected in tangible benefits.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

European Semester 2026: Spring Package to Strengthen Competitiveness

In its Spring Package 2026, the EU Commission highlights Germany's structural competitive issues, previously identified by the DIHK: ranging from investment and digitalisation deficits to high energy costs and labour shortages.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

"Tax Omnibus" – EU Commission proposes urgently needed simplifications to corporate taxation

With a new "Omnibus law", the EU Commission aims to simplify corporate tax law. The bureaucracy costs created by the dense regulation are expected to reduce by approximately seven billion euros for businesses and tax administrations across Europe.

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From Paper to QR Code: The Fully Digital Carnet ATA Launches

Anyone looking to take exhibits across borders for a trade fair can avoid separate customs declarations with the help of a Carnet ATA. Since June 1, the trusted 'passport for goods' is available as a QR code: the system is now fully digitalized in approximately 30 countries.

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In Focus Energy and climate policy

How the absolute savings targets of the Energy Efficiency Act impact economic growth

The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) of 2023 mandates rigid energy consumption savings goals in Germany – irrespective of climate or efficiency considerations. At the current state, these goals can only be achieved through a drastic decline in economic performance.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

Shaping the Reform of Construction Law with Balance

In the undoubtedly vital modernization of urban planning and spatial planning law, the German government is setting new planning priorities at the expense of commercial areas. The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry calls for improvements to ensure balanced and economically viable urban and...

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In Focus Energy and climate policy

Transformation in the Building Sector – now consistently with the economy

The building sector is under significant transformational pressure: New requirements and high costs hinder investments in climate-neutral buildings. The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) calls for reliable, technology-neutral and economically viable regulations.

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In Focus Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

Europe's Circular Economy Realigned — How Businesses Can Contribute

The European Commission is currently working on the "Circular Economy Act" (CEA) to realign and enhance the circular economy in Europe. A draft law has yet to be presented, giving businesses the chance to contribute their practical experiences to the design now.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

Industrial Accelerator Act of the EU: Is it more a driver or rather a brake?

To advance industry, the EU is planning new requirements for public procurement or rules for foreign investments in Europe. The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) urges that interventions in entrepreneurial freedom be kept to a minimum and that significant trade partners should not...

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

Better Regulation – The Underrated Pillar of the EU Simplification Agenda

Reducing bureaucracy is good, preventing it is better. With the numerous "omnibus packages" aimed at slightly clearing the regulatory jungle the EU has created for businesses after the fact, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) highlights the far more effective tool of better...

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In Focus Innovation and Digitalisation

Unlock the Potential of AI and Bolster Digital Sovereignty

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly a pivotal driver of productivity and competitiveness for businesses. However, legal uncertainties and bureaucratic obstacles continue to pose significant challenges, especially in the context of digital sovereignty.

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In Focus Economic and Fiscal Policy

What does the digital euro bring?

With the digital euro, the EU seeks to introduce a supplement to cash, offering potential benefits in resilience, cost, and data protection. However, challenges and open questions remain, especially for banks and businesses. What is the status of the project, what does it mean for businesses...

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In Focus International Trade and Market Access

One Year of New US Administration: The Challenge of Transatlantic Trade

For around twelve months, one thing has been certain in transatlantic trade relations: great uncertainty. Germany and the EU urgently need to work on their sovereignty. New, stable cooperation can help reduce strategic dependencies. At the same time, advancing the reform of the World Trade...

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In Focus Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

Resilient Supply of Raw Materials: Strategies for the Future

Geopolitical tensions and export restrictions from supplier countries threaten Germany's raw material supply. It is now essential to strengthen international raw material partnerships, promote domestic mining, expand circular economy efforts, and establish innovative financing models.