Topics for discussion include:

• the current status of the Circular Economy Act and its significance for industry and markets,
• the international perspective on competitiveness and market impulses – including experiences from China
• requirements for design-for-circularity, infrastructure, and market mechanisms
•  and how Europe can accelerate the transition to closed-loop systems without losing its industrial base.

The panel will demonstrate, from a practical perspective, why the circular economy is not just a sustainability project, but a strategic pillar for Europe's economic stability, industrial strength, and technological leadership. It will provide guidance for companies, municipalities, and policymakers who want to actively shape this transformation.