Spotlight discussion - SMEs and the expansion dilemma

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 Are EU and national recovery plans adequate? To what extent have SMEs benefited from solvency support instruments?  

Are SMEs resilient enough to invest in their green transition? How can new EU rules on corporate social responsibility impact SMEs directly or indirectly? Is there a risk of overburden? 

How can the EU ensure that SMEs benefit more from the EU’s trade policy? 

How could new EU rules on corporate social responsibility impact SMEs? Is there a risk of overburden?  

GeneraliGenerali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of € 70.7 billion in 2020. With more than 72 thousand employees serving 65.9 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America.  To mark the Group’s 190th anniversary in 2021, Generali is launching SME EnterPRIZE, dedicated to European SMEs with the goal of promoting sustainable business and stimulating public debate on sustainability. During the SME EnterPRIZE event, which will take place in Brussels in September 2021, the best SMEs will be selected in the categories of welfare, environment and community. Generali will also present a white paper on the topic developed with Bocconi University.

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