On the 11th of February, the European Commission, which has the right of initiative for new EU rules and regulations, announced its Work Programme for 2025. The programme included many new initiatives as well as the proposed withdrawal of some regulatory initiatives already in the works.

IP Europe believes that the Work Programme of the Commission reflects its commitment to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness by encouraging research and development, innovation, and growth. The innovations and open standards that IP Europe champions are part of the solution.

We look forward to working with the Commission to ensure a strong innovation ecosystem that acknowledges the crucial roles of patents and open standards—both of which are key drivers of Europe’s growth, security, and technological leadership.