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"Diversity and prosperity are the basis of a united, strong and livable Europe in which all people live in peace and satisfaction. Europe needs strong regions, strong cultures and strong economies. There lies the power of a strong Europe."

— Uwe Reuter,
Chairman VHV Holding AG
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"If Europe does not establish a proper raison d’etre soon, I fear bad and short term politics will drive out the real opportunity to make the case for a strong and integrated Europe as a vital part of a peaceful and prosperous 21st Century world."

— Tony Blair,
former British Prime Minister
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"United Europe is an organisation that can help bridge the gap of understanding between countries. It can also strengthen the Franco-German link that is so important for Europe. Together, we can build an ambitious European future."

— Jean-François Cirelli,
President Blackrock
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"Europe has patiently succeeded at achieving peace and unprecedented prosperity. We have built a unique area of tolerance, free trade and diversity. Yet it’s construction remains fragile and in need for our constant care, attention and love."

— Guillaume Alvarez,
Senior Vice President EMEA, Steelcase

A Silk Road in both directions / by Wolfgang Schüssel

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The Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (WIIW) recently presented the plan of a “European Silk Road“. In a guest article in the Swiss daily “Neue Zürcher Zeitung”, United Europe’s President Wolfgang Schüssel suggests to link the project with the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative.
In an English version the article is available on Chinawatch here.
On 24.10 and 15.11, the THINK Initiative in cooperation with United Europe will hold two Roundtable Discussions in Vienna and Berlin on the topic (find details in the event calendar here).

 

 

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