The European Competitiveness Fund is designed to be the EU’s main investment vehicle under the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework to boost Europe’s SMEs’ innovation, resilience, and global competitiveness. Eurochambres and SMEunited are organizing a high-level exchange with representatives from the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the business community to discuss the fund’s negotiation status and its practical impact on SMEs. The fund aims to streamline funding access, provide dedicated business advisory services, and support the EU for Business Network, while questions remain about whether a single rulebook will truly simplify access, or merely shift administrative burdens. Concerns also focus on ensuring SMEs across all EU regions can participate and benefit.
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