Representation of the Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers (ZPP) to the EU represents interests of the Polish enterprise sector. It deals with general matters concerning all enterprises, it also works within sectors present in ZPP. The ZPP representatives in Brussels are responsible for maintaining relations with the most important EU institutions and stakeholders in economic matters.
One of the key areas of their activity is integration and cooperation with other employers' organisations from Central and Eastern Europe. When working with the most important legislative projects (concerning general and sector matters) they will perform together with other entities.
Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers ZPP Representation to the European Union: Sq. de Meeûs 38/40, 1000 Brussels, Belgia
ZPP from its beginning has been completely supportive of free market and free competition. We believe that “creative destruction” is the best way to stimulate the innovation which results in products fitted to the consumers’ needs. Especially now, when European economies are vividly hurt by the coronavirus outbreak, we need to put even more effort into making our regulatory and institutional environment more friendly for the innovative undertakings.
On March 26, 2025, the European Parliament in Brussels hosted the event “Securing the Competitiveness of the EU Automotive Industry – Technological Neutrality and Data Access in the Driver’s Seat,” co-organised by the Association of Automotive Parts Distributors and Producers (SDCM), the Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers (ZPP), SME Europe, and SME Connect. The event was held under the patronage of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
On Tuesday, 25 March 2025, Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers (ZPP) co-organised a working dinner on “EU-Ukraine Trade at a Crossroads: A Strategic Perspective” in partnership with the SME Connect and the European Enterprise Alliance, hosted by NIELS FLEMMING HANSEN MEP in the European Parliament in Brussels. To join us were H.E. VSEVOLOD CHENTSOV, Head of the Mission of Ukraine to the European Union; IHOR BRYZHATYI, EU-Team, Project Director and Programme Manager, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung; MARCIN NOWACKI, Member of the European Economic and Social Committee, President European Enterprice Alliance, Vice President ZPP; RUSLAN ILLICHOV, Director General, Federation of Employers Ukraine; JANIS AIZSALNIEKS, Team Leader for Socio-Economic policy team, Unit ENEST.D.2
The event “Securing the Competitiveness of the EU Automotive Industry: Technological Neutrality and Data Access in the Driveseat” will delve into the multifaceted challenges and strategic opportunities that define the future of the European automotive sector. At a time when the industry is navigating a complex landscape shaped by external competition, regulatory demands and the transition to climate-neutral technologies, this event will bring together key policymakers, industry leaders and experts to propose actionable solutions.
The Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers welcomes the European Commission’s AI Continent Action Plan and shares the urgency outlined by Executive Vice-President Virkkunen: “AI is no longer ‘just’ a competitive advantage; it’s a necessity.”
Commission welcomes Council decision on the use of proceeds from immobilised Russian assets for Ukraine The Commission welcomes the formal decision taken in the General Affairs Council on the Commission’s and High Representative’s proposal to use the proceeds from immobilised Russian assets for Ukraine.
Artificial intelligence (AI) act: Council gives final green light to the first worldwide rules on AI The Council approved a ground-breaking law aiming to harmonise rules on artificial intelligence, the so-called artificial intelligence act. The flagship legislation follows a ‘risk-based’ approach, which means the higher the risk to cause harm to society, the stricter the […]
As the European Parliament considers amendments to the draft report on Product safety and regulatory compliance in e-commerce and non-EU imports, ensuring a pragmatic, enforceable, and future-oriented framework for customs and market surveillance is more urgent than ever.
The European Union (EU) is entering a crucial period for health policy. The 2024-2029 term will shape how the EU responds to ongoing and new health challenges. Aging populations, rising chronic diseases, and mental health concerns are straining healthcare systems while advancements in medical research, digital health, and pharmaceutical innovation are acceleratin
The rapid expansion of e-commerce has fundamentally reshaped global trade, presenting both opportunities and challenges for customs systems worldwide. In the European Union (EU), cross border online sales have surged, necessitating reforms to modernize the Customs Union and adapt it to the complexities of the digital economy.
‘The EU quota for imported sugar from Ukraine is already filled, Kyiv producers warn’ – By Hugo Struna | Euractiv The sugar volumes exported to Europe have reached their limit, established in the new ‘trade benefits’ regulation, Ukrainian producers are calling for the EU to stop importing sugar from their country for 2024.
‘The next European Commission must champion industrial decarbonisation’ – By Emmanuel Brutin | CEMBUREAU – The European Cement Association The upcoming European election will mark a turning point in the bloc’s history. Faced with unprecedented geopolitical challenges, the EU finds itself at the crossroads on several pressing issues, from climate change to economic disparities and migrations.
‘EU needs to catch up with US in research and development, lobby warns’ – By Clara Bauer-Babef | Euractiv Les Entreprises du médicament en France (Leem), an association of French pharmaceutical companies, unveiled its manifesto on Friday (May 17) ahead of June’s EU elections, with the focus on investing in research and development (R&D) in Europe to avoid […]
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