EU Postpones "Made in Europe" Industrial Strategy to March 4

One-Week Delay for Industrial Strategy The European Commission has pushed back the announcement date for the Industrial Accelerator Act, a cornerstone of its new industrial policy, by one week.
Originally scheduled for February 26, the announcement is now set for March 4 as work on the draft proposal continues.
Priority for Domestic Production in Strategic Sectors The plan, spearheaded by European Commission Vice-President Stephane Sejourne, aims to provide an advantage to European-made products in public procurement across critical sectors such as energy-intensive industries, net-zero technologies, and the automotive industry.
The current draft limits the "Made in Europe" scope to the 27 member states plus European Economic Area (EEA) members Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.
Protectionism Debate Among Member States The initiative, led by France, has sparked divisions within the EU.
A group of countries led by Germany opposes strictly protectionist policies, advocating instead for a "Made with Europe" approach.
This alternative focus aims to preserve global supply chains and avoid damaging relationships with key trading partners.
Demands for Turkey and UK Inclusion The boundaries of the plan are of critical importance to major trading partners like Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Turkey emphasizes that Turkish manufacturers should benefit from these advantages under the framework of the Customs Union.
Meanwhile, representatives of the European automotive sector are calling for the inclusion of both countries to maintain supply chain integrity.
Following the Commission's formal proposal, intensive negotiations are expected to begin between the European Parliament and member states.