Enterprise & Industry Magazine | Number 15 (2013)

Summary:

This issue of E&I Magazine explores recent initiatives from the European Commission that underline its commitment to support industry. It highlights the 'Missions for Growth' set up to fully exploit the potential of fast-growing emerging markets.

It also discusses the launch of the European-Chinese information system on standards and requirements (CESIP), the negotiations with China on improving energy efficiency in industry and the promotion of bilateral market access for enterprises with the United States.

Table of Contents:

• Missions for Growth: EU businesses benefits from emerging markets
• Cooperation with China to improve energy efficiency in industry
• China-Europe: Information on standards and market requirements
• EU and China agree to improve toy safety
• The Commission helps SMEs land safety in China
• EU/US transatlantic cooperation: Helping SMEs go international
• Globalisation brings opportunities for EU industries
• Going global facilitated by avoiding technical barriers to trade before they arise
• Helping SMEs profit from global digital supply chains
• Involvement in standard-setting makes small business stronger
• Industrial revolution brings industry back to Europe
• News in Brief

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