Great Britain criticizes the EU's Made-in-Europe legislation

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves has publicly opposed the European proposal for a stricter Made-in-Europe policy. The background is an increasing debate over protectionist measures within the EU, which London believes could threaten trade relations with the United Kingdom. Reeves expressed concern that the proposed legislation would create unnecessary barriers for British exporters, thereby straining economic exchanges between the two regions.

Since Brexit, the trade policy relationship between the UK and the European Union remains under pressure. Reeves emphasized in her statements, disseminated through various channels including Bloomberg, that open and balanced trade relations are key to economic stability. She argued that new protectionist regulations could harm European companies if they are unable to remain competitive against international rivals, and warned of the economic consequences of overly restrictive regulation.

The United Kingdom sees such EU initiatives as a threat to cross-border businesses and their business models. London’s position underscores the need for regulatory measures to be fair and transparent, so as not to disadvantage certain sectors of the economy. Reeves’ criticism of the Made-in-Europe policy reflects the ongoing tensions between London and Brussels since Brexit. The British government implicitly calls for a balanced approach that does not block economic ambitions but instead creates conducive conditions.