EIB-OeNB Senior Leadership Forum on CESEE
Reflecting on the EIB-OeNB Senior Leadership Forum on CESEE, where we discussed crucial strategies for accelerating investment in the region through completing the Single Market and advancing digital and climate transitions.
Robert Holzmann, Oesterreichische Nationalbank-Governor, highlighted the urging strategic measures to sustain growth. Matteo Ferrazzi from European Investment Bank (EIB) shared insights on public investments driving recent growth, with significant structural shifts like the EU Green Deal playing a pivotal role.
Christine Würfel, Head of Group ESG & Sustainability Management at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, provided valuable insights into the EU-omnibus package, emphasizing the importance of ESG and the potential of a green deal, while also questioning how much regulation is too much.
Key points:
- CESEE is well-integrated into global value chains, but faces challenges like high energy costs and skilled labor shortages
- The green transition presents substantial growth opportunities, with CESEE firms actively investing in sustainable technologies
- Financing challenges remain, emphasizing the need for enhanced market integration to support innovative companies
Dr. Yorck Schmidt of AVL emphasized the importance of continuous innovation and reassessment of frameworks like the Green Deal to fully leverage CESEE's potential.
What role should the EU play in addressing financing challenges for innovative companies in CESEE? 🇪🇺
