EU’s new ‘Made in Europe’ push is a costly patchwork: one label, four policies, no design

The EU's new initiative to promote "Made in Europe" products through public procurement is facing challenges as it emerges as a costly and disjointed effort. With four different policies under one label, the initiative lacks a cohesive design, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Critics, like Judith Arnal, argue that this approach echoes past attempts that failed to deliver significant industrial benefits. This push matters because it's a key part of the EU's strategy to bolster its domestic industries and create a more self-reliant economic block, but the lack of a unified strategy threatens to undermine its goals.