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Letta Urges EU to Finalize Single Market by 2028

10/15/2025

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Enrico Letta, former Italian Prime Minister, says the EU must complete the single market by 2028 with action in energy, telecommunications, savings, and knowledge.
He argues the fragmented market erodes public trust and competitiveness and supports a "28th regime" to apply uniform EU standards when national rules obstruct.
Letta warns that inaction could fuel illiberalism and societal fragility in Europe.

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Enrico Letta, former Italian Prime Minister, says the EU must complete the single market by 2028 with action in energy, telecommunications, savings, and knowledge.
He argues the fragmented market erodes public trust and competitiveness and supports a "28th regime" to apply uniform EU standards when national rules obstruct.
Letta warns that inaction could fuel illiberalism and societal fragility in Europe.