Core Viewpoint - The European Commission has announced a new policy framework aimed at enhancing the EU's economic security and resilience in response to increasing external economic threats, marking a shift from a passive to a more proactive approach in economic policy [1][4]. Group 1: Key Initiatives - The flagship proposal under this new framework is the "RESourceEU" plan, which aims to reduce Europe's dependence on external sources for critical raw materials and semiconductors [1][5]. - The EU will focus on six priority areas, including reducing strategic dependence on key goods and services, attracting safer investments, supporting critical industrial sectors, ensuring leadership in key technologies, protecting sensitive information, and maintaining the stability of critical infrastructure [4][6]. - The EU plans to utilize existing policy tools more strategically and may introduce new policies, including the "Security Bill," "Industrial Acceleration Bill," and "Chip 2.0 Bill," among others [4][5]. Group 2: Economic Projections and Challenges - The EU's economic growth is projected to be 1.4% in 2025, an improvement from earlier estimates, but major economies like Germany, France, and Italy are expected to experience sluggish growth [6]. - The European Commission acknowledges the need for decisive action to stimulate internal growth, such as simplifying regulations and promoting innovation [6]. - There are internal challenges to the EU's policy shift, including complex coordination mechanisms and difficulties in fostering a mature venture capital environment [2][6].