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EU's 'Made in Europe' Strategy Sparks Division Among Nations

2/3/2026

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Stéphane Séjourné, the European Union's industry chief, called for a "Made in Europe" strategy to shield industries from global competition.
The appeal is supported by over 1,100 CEOs and aligns with the European Commission's Industrial Accelerator Act to prioritize locally manufactured products.
France backs local production for economic sovereignty, while Sweden and the Czech Republic warn the policy could deter investment and raise costs, causing division among EU member states.

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Stéphane Séjourné, the European Union's industry chief, called for a "Made in Europe" strategy to shield industries from global competition.
The appeal is supported by over 1,100 CEOs and aligns with the European Commission's Industrial Accelerator Act to prioritize locally manufactured products.
France backs local production for economic sovereignty, while Sweden and the Czech Republic warn the policy could deter investment and raise costs, causing division among EU member states.