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On Tuesday, 25 and Wednesday, 26 November 2025, AmCham EU travelled to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. Over the two-day programme, the delegation met with nearly a dozen MEPs and advisors for an exchange on the future of EU trade policy. Discussions centred on the importance of transatlantic cooperation, the ratification of the EU-Mercosur agreement and the implementation of the EU-US Framework Agreement. Members underlined the need for an ambitious EU trade agenda that ensures market access, reduces tariff and non-tariff barriers and strengthens the resilience of European industry. The delegation also called for a swift adoption of the Commission’s proposal on tariff reduction on US industrial goods and reiterated the importance of a pragmatic, forward-looking transatlantic agenda that promotes predictability and economic security.

Along with beautiful scenery and delicious cuisine, Brittany is a hub for cutting-edge innovation, thanks to strategic investments in research and technology. InterDigital established its largest research centre in Rennes in 2019, employing local engineers to develop next-generation video, wireless and artificial intelligence technologies. The company partners with the French Research Institute for Computer Science and Automation and the University of Rennes 1, fostering collaboration with researchers and students. In 2025, InterDigital was awarded ‘Produit en Bretagne’ accreditation, recognising its regional impact. Learn how InterDigital is investing in European innovation and talent through its state-of-the-art Rennes facility on Invested in Europe.

Across Europe, the gap between classroom learning and real-world skills continues to grow. In Romania, Honeywell is helping bridge that divide through long-term partnerships with universities and schools that prepare students for careers in industrial automation, aerospace and transport. Over the past decade, the company has established and equipped automation labs, supported innovation competitions such as FutureShapers Camp and Techallenge, and offered internships that provide practical, hands-on experience. By helping young people apply classroom theory to real-world challenges, Honeywell is nurturing next-generation talent and strengthening the link between education and employment. Learn how initiatives like Honeywell’s are supporting Europe’s future workforce on Invested in Europe.