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Call for editorials on Canada's Innovation Strategy 🍁 Senior executives of industry associations, experts, and thought leaders from the Canadian innovation community, federal/provincial/territorial/municipal governments, innovation networks, and academia are invited to submit opinion pieces that explore: ▪️ Emerging trends that are critical for the future of innovation in key industrial sectors ▪️ How an innovation strategy could be designed to adapt to future trends and ▪️ Priorities for the strategy to ensure long-term success ▪️ Other topics relevant to improving Canada's innovation performance 🔗https://lnkd.in/g8VVgxy8 #CdnSci

The Greater Copenhagen Region is the best destination for international businesses. 🙌 We don’t say that (well, we do too) – but the Global Opportunity Index confirmed it. Yes, you read that right. Denmark ranks #1 and Sweden ranks #2 in attracting foreign investment. 😱 The index compares the five most important factors for international expansion across all countries: business perception, economic fundamentals, financial services, and institutional framework. While both countries scored high across all factors Denmark achieved an exceptionally good result in business perception while Sweden reached a high ranking in economic fundamentals. 💸 Want to know more about doing business in the region? Check out our webpage https://hubs.ly/Q02K0QFn0 Or reach out directly for some free-of-charge guidance. https://hubs.ly/Q02K0QDq0 #DoBusiness #GlobalOpportunityIndex #GCR #BusinessOpportunity

Last Wednesday, 9 October, our Director, Roberta Dall'Olio, participated as a panellist in a session titled Boosting Business in Regions, held as part of the European Week of #Regions and Cities. This session fell under the theme of #competitiveness and convergence. To remain competitive both within and outside the EU, companies must use their resources efficiently. Economists refer to this as productivity—using resources intelligently to achieve more with less. However, not all regions are equally productive; in fact, developed regions are, on average, 60% more productive than less developed regions. During the discussion, Roberta addressed this topic alongside Alexander Lembcke, who outlined the key factors for boosting regional business from an economic perspective, and Jorge Durán Laguna, who explained the European Commission’s efforts to support innovation and improve access to finance for businesses in these areas. Roberta emphasised the crucial role played by Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) in bridging regional productivity gaps. She noted that RDAs, together with regional governments, can unite local stakeholders, ensuring strong connections within the regional ecosystem. A special thanks to the great moderator of the session Alexandra Rusu, PhD from OECD - OCDE

How can business, government, and academia work together to fuel Canada's innovation? Participate in the conversation! Canada 157: The Canadian National Conference on Innovation - Registration is open at https://innovation-cdn.ca ·       #Canada157TheCanadianNationalConferenceonInnovation ·       #TheCanadianNationalConferenceonInnovation ·       #InnovationCanada ·       #InnovationLeadership ·       #CanadaInInnovationMotion ·       #DefenceInnovation ·       #SecurityInnovation ·       #InnovationsInDefenceAndSecurity ·       #WomenInInnovation ·       #InnovationCanada2024 ·       #NationalInnovationConference ·       #InnovateToLead ·       #TechInnovation ·       #CanadaInnovates ·       #AIInnovation ·       #ArtificialIntelligenceInnovation ·       #PublicSectorInnovation ·       #CybersecurityInnovations ·       #ScientificInnovation ·       #TachnologicalInnovation ·       #InnovationEconomy ·       #IndigenousInnovation ·       #InnovationPolicy ·       #SupplyChainInnovation ·       #BusinessInnovation ·       #PublicServiceInnovation ·       #InnovationManagement

The Business Meets Government Summit is just around the corner! Join us on October 16 for insightful keynotes and panel discussions, followed by 4 breakout sessions on the key areas of competitiveness. In the Business Environment breakout, we’ll explore how tax and investment strategies shape competitiveness, examine Hungary’s role in the EU’s growth, and discuss ways to maximize returns. 💼📈 Our panelists include: 🔹Besesek Botond, Deputy State Secretary, Ministry of Finance 🔹Zoltán Dapsy, Managing Director, Continental Budapest 🔹István Joó, CEO, HIPA 🔹Máté Lóga, State Secretary for Economic Development and National Financial Services, Ministry for National Economy 🔹Laszlo Szivi, Director for Network Operations, Hammel & Hochreiter 🔹Moderated by: Dorottya Agnes Prokaj Tax Manager, Andersen Don’t miss this session to gain valuable insights for your business ventures at our Summit, organized in cooperation with the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency - HIPA. Stay tuned, more updates on our #Digital, #Healthcare, and #Workforce Breakouts are coming soon! https://lnkd.in/dJTSkwue #AmChamHungary #chamberofcommerce #HIPA #BMGSummit #Competitiveness #EU #businessenvironment #EUpresidency

The European Commission’s new Annual Single Market and Competitiveness Report covers #EU competitiveness drivers and has indicated that overall single market integration is trending in a positive direction. However, the report also highlights how EU global exports have decreased and public investment in key infrastructure like digital connectivity has remained stagnant. In a new blog, ITI Director General for Europe Guido Lobrano makes the case for a fully integrated Single Market and Digital Single Market.   Building on recommendations outlined in ITI’s recent Vision 2030 policy guide, Guido calls on EU policymakers to:  ✔️Incorporate “competitiveness checks” into regulatory compliance initiatives; ✔️Avoid fragmentation created by national laws and regulations that increase complexity and add new operational and legal costs to firms operating in the EU;  ✔️Strengthen the digital skills of the EU’s present and future workforce; and  ✔️Advance opportunities for the EU to ensure its values and interests are protected while supporting its global competitiveness and enhancing international leadership.   Learn more about Guido's recommendations for enhancing Europe's competitiveness and innovation in his latest #TechWonk blog. Read now: https://lnkd.in/ePH-65iP   #EUpolicy #Competitiveness 

💡 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 – 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊 💡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐭: 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊?   The results of our annual survey of Austrian business in the UK, conducted in cooperation with the WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business), provide current insights. Thank you to all the business executives participating! The key findings are:  ✔ 64% of Austrian business in the UK expect a stable or improving development for the UK economy in 2024 ✔ Only 36% expect some deterioration in 2024, which is the second-best figure since the 2016 Brexit vote ✔ 79% of respondents expect their company’s total revenue to increase or stagnate at the current level in 2024 ✔ Top 3 challenges are the availability of a qualified labour force, the cost of raw materials and the level of bureaucracy   𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫? Four years after Brexit, more than half of respondents are negatively affected by the post-Brexit regulatory and administrative framework. Top of the list are the administrative burden in import and export operations, transport and logistics issues and the planning uncertainty.   Please check the slider down below for more information. 👇   Curious to find out more? Visit Advantage Austria for the full survey results and further information about what we do.  https://lnkd.in/dDZdDaiw   Jonas Puck Anne-Marie Martin FCMI Susana Córdoba   #AdvantageAustria #BrexitDay #BrexitImpact

🌟 Unlocking Opportunities in Australia: What German Businesses Need to Know Now! 🇦🇺 Australia, a country known for its robust economy, is facing a new reality with slower growth rates. Yet, despite these challenges, the nation remains a promising market, especially for German companies. In 2024, Australia's economy is expected to grow between 1.4% and 2.0%, driven largely by immigration and steady trade with China. For sectors such as mining, resources, energy, healthcare, and environmental technology, Australia offers significant opportunities. But it's essential to navigate this market strategically, considering both the competitive landscape and unique regulatory environment. If you're considering expanding into Australia or looking to strengthen your presence, don't miss the upcoming webinar: "Destination Australia" on August 15th by the German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce. This series will guide you through critical topics, from choosing between a subsidiary and a distributor to understanding Australia's business culture and legal framework. This webinar will dive into crucial decisions like choosing between establishing a subsidiary or partnering with a distributor, while also providing insights into Australia's unique business culture and legal landscape. #Australia #Economy #BusinessOpportunities #Webinar #GermanBusiness #MarketEntry #AustraliaExpansion #Mining #Energy #Healthcare #Environment #IHKRegionStuttgart #AHKAustralia #Investment #Innovation #GlobalBusiness

Last week we posted at #CCIAeurope on #competitiveness and #innovation for #Europe and presented at the #SoU2024. We highlighted practical #solutions and called on #EUCommission EU Digital & Tech to take a new #proInnovation #BetterRegulation approach to help all sectors thrive and grow in Europe. Articles like this: https://lnkd.in/g2iXDRfp Are why we hope the #EUInstitutions will take note and work with #MemberStates and the #EU to improve the situation CCIA Europe #digitalEU #competitiveness #investment #trade #business #costofregulation #betterregulation

💬 Parliament is back in session, policy work is in full swing, and political maneuvering is ramping up. As a result, the months ahead in Ottawa are shaping up to be increasingly unpredictable, raising uncertainty around the support needed for Canadian innovation. ➡ Here’s how we at the Council of Canadian Innovators | Conseil canadien des innovateurs are responding, along with a look at the key files, frameworks, and bills we're monitoring to help domestic firms thrive and strengthen Canada’s innovation economy: https://lnkd.in/ewSMtEKF.