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9 Nov 2026
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Council
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Position
EESC backs Chips Act 2 proposal and calls for stronger semiconductor support
The European Economic and Social Committee welcomes the proposed regulation and supports shifting from an emergency response to long-term industrial policy. It calls for support across the semiconductor value chain, including better access for SMEs, workforce development, sustainability standards and safeguards for competition and the internal market.
Importance
Noteworthy
Lenses
Policy
Why it matters
The opinion sets out recommendations on a proposed framework affecting the EU semiconductor ecosystem.
Institution
Council
Audience
Government affairs teamsPolicymakers
Tags
Industrial policyInformation technology
Sectors
Electronics and electrical equipment
References
- Council document: ST 15512/26