MEPs push for EU-only 'Made in Europe' label under new industrial law
Members of the European Parliament want the Industrial Accelerator Act to reserve the 'Made in Europe' label, along with related subsidies and contracts, for products manufactured within the 27 EU states.
In a draft report presented to three parliamentary committees, MEPs propose that only goods produced in the EU may carry the 'Made in Europe' mark and qualify for associated financial support. The proposal would allow partner nations such as Japan or Korea to join later, but only after meeting specific criteria. This stance diverges from the European Commission’s original plan, which would have extended the label to any country with a free-trade or procurement agreement with the bloc.
Why it matters
The decision will shape EU trade rules and affect which countries can benefit from European subsidies and contracts.
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