Group 1 - The European Commission is preparing to unveil a proposal called the "Industrial Accelerator Act," which may disrupt decades of free trade policies by imposing strict conditions on foreign investments exceeding 100 million euros, including technology sharing, local hiring, and joint ventures with European companies [1] - The act aims to promote decarbonization in energy-intensive industries while maintaining Europe's production competitiveness, as the region faces ongoing industrial slowdowns, with EU industrial output projected to decline by 2025 and significant job losses in manufacturing sectors in Germany, France, and Italy [1] - High fuel prices resulting from the Russia-Ukraine conflict and supply chain disruptions have increased costs for some energy-intensive industries in the EU, while Chinese advancements in clean technology are putting EU companies at a competitive disadvantage [1] Group 2 - The draft legislation establishes a "Made in Europe" label for products meeting EU production standards, prioritizing companies for public procurement contracts worth billions of euros annually, with a proposed minimum of 60% to 80% of components being "Made in Europe" [2] - The proposal includes the potential establishment of "reserve centers" for critical raw materials to better prepare the EU for future supply shocks, as well as expedited project approvals and the creation of a new "green label" for the steel industry [2] - The plan has sparked internal disputes within the EU, with supporters arguing it could significantly enhance industrial competitiveness, while critics warn of excessive protectionism that could undermine the EU's single market competitiveness [2]
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Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2026-01-18 22:58