The EESC welcomes the Proposal for a Regulation for the Digital Networks Act (DNA). Strategic analyses, including the Letta, Draghi and Niinistö reports, and the Commission Communication ‘A Competitiveness Compass for the EU’ also make the point that a cutting edge digital network infrastructure is critical for the future competitiveness of the EU economy, security and social welfare. The availability of high-quality, reliable and secure connectivity for end users and for key economic sectors is a must. Connectivity is not just access. It is about real-time data exchange, vital for the EU to be able to achieve its broader digital goals and for supporting a truly connected, prosperous society.
Download — Udvalgets udtalelse: Proposal for a Regulation for the Digital Networks Act (DNA)
The opinion assesses the revision of the General Block Exemption Regulation to evaluate its practical functioning and propose ways to simplify, broaden and clarify the EU State aid framework.
Download — Udvalgets udtalelse: Observations from the Business Community and Civil Society on the Revision of Regulation EU n. 651/2014 on State Aid (General Block Exemption Regulation – GBER)
Download — Udvalgets udtalelse: Strategy to support the eastern border regions to address their specific challenges and support them in the reorientation of their local economy
This timely opinion will examine civil society proposal on how to reform climate governance, including decision-making processes, negotiation frameworks, and the participation and impact of civil society organisations at global climate summits. It will also assess how international climate litigation is shaping climate negotiations and may further influence the governance of the UNFCCC, particularly in the light of the International Court of Justice’s advisory opinion of 23 July 2025.
Download — Sektionens udtalelse: Reforming climate governance in light of recent international judicial decisions
Download — Sektionens udtalelse: Boosting the capacity of the EIB and national promotional banks for innovation, effective industrial policy and economic growth
