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President Metsola spoke at the Leaders' retreat, stressing the urgent need to boost European competitiveness and invest in energy. He indicated a narrow window to act following the impacts of the pandemic and the situation in Ukraine.

Metsola noted parliamentary achievements in simplifying regulations, including adjustments to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and the Common Agricultural Policy. He called for reinforced public and private funding in high-potential sectors, particularly energy, to ensure stable supply at affordable prices. Furthermore, he emphasized pursuing an ambitious free trade agenda, mentioning the EU-Mercosur and EU-US trade agreements, and the importance of maintaining openness in trade.