Held 100 days after the inauguration of the new European Commission and following the publication of the Clean Industrial Deal, the Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS’25) provides a timely platform for high-level discussions on the future of European economy.
Pet ownership in the European Union is on the rise, with 50% of households owning at least one pet. This trend has significant sociological and economic implications, reinforcing the importance of the human-animal bond, enhancing people’s well-being and fueling innovation in veterinary medicine. Policy initiatives supporting a pet-friendly world are crucial. The upcoming Companion Animal Stakeholder Summit will explore initiatives and inclusive policies that foster the human-animal bond and integrate these benefits into society, supporting accessible, responsible pet ownership for all.
A proposal for permanent trade liberalisation with Ukraine would divide agricultural products into three categories, depending on how ‘sensitive’ they are to the EU market.