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“One Europe. One Market” takes shape after EU leaders’ gathering

EU Leaders at Alden Biesen Castle, Belgium Photo: Thierry Monasse/Getty Images
EU Leaders at Alden Biesen Castle, Belgium. Photo: Thierry Monasse/Getty Images

Starting with capital markets, the EU is set to fast-track its Single Market reform – with or without all Member States on board.

The picturesque setting of Belgium’s 16-century Alden Biesen Castle provided the backdrop as EU leaders gathered late last week for an informal retreat on strengthening the EU´s single market and competitiveness.

The meeting was joined by two former Italian PMs, Mario Draghi and Enrico Letta, and culminated with a