Position papers
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Common Statement on the Future of Cohesion Policy
Capital markets, State aid 4 December 2024Our associations and networks believe that Cohesion Policy has been an important instrument in promoting regional development across Europe, while also contributing to the green and digital transitions. Particularly, we would like to emphasize the fundamental role played by many of our members in the implementation of this funding, relying on our strong presence within local economies.
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Joint Statement: Finance sector calls for co-legislators to reassess the Retail Investment Strategy in light of the European Commission's competitiveness goals
Capital markets 2 December 2024In light of this and the need to urgently advance a Savings and Investments Union, it is essential to subject the Retail Investment Strategy (RIS) to a “competitiveness check”. As it currently stands, the RIS will not achieve its initial goal of increasing retail participation in European capital markets.
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EAPB position on future of cohesion
Development, State aid 28 October 2024EAPB is pleased to be able to give our comments for the further improvement of economic cohesion of the current framework and the future of Cohesion Policy for the upcoming programming period of 2028 - 2034. EAPB member organizations have been key actors in the precedent programming period (2014 –2020), having been involved in the implementation of the ERDF (10 members), the ESF (7 members), cohesion funding (3 members) as well as the EAFRD (6 members).
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Key priorities of EAPB for new EC and EP mandate
Banking supervision, Capital markets, Development, State aid, Sustainable finance 10 October 2024Learn more about the EAPB’s key priorities for the new European Commission and Parliament. We champion inclusive and sustainable communities by fostering sustainable finance and supporting social projects. We aim to enhance EU economic competitiveness through a strengthened banking sector that drives growth and innovation. We are committed to streamlining regulatory processes to reduce administrative burdens in banking regulation and EU funding programs. Finally, we support initiatives that bolster defense and enhance the overall resilience of the EU.
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Joint paper on the social investment framework
Sustainable finance 7 October 2024Public banks, alongside the European Association of Public Banks (EAPB), are calling on the European Commission to accelerate change by introducing a Social Investment Framework. As we face urgent challenges – from the green transition to a growing housing crisis – there is a compelling need for more investment in social infrastructure. The estimated investment gap is a staggering EUR 1.5 trillion (2018-2030).
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