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Recent geopolitical developments have exposed Europe’s dependence on other regions for energy, raw materials, technology and critical supply chains. Conflicts and trade disruptions have demonstrated that this reliance poses significant risks to both economic stability and security. As a result, strategic autonomy has moved to the top of the European agenda. Strategic autonomy means strengthening Europe’s ability to secure essential products, technologies and infrastructure independently. The objective is not to withdraw from global trade, but rather to build a stronger, more innovative and more resilient economy.
According to Christophe Hautin, Senior Portfolio Manager Equity, and Mark Wade, Head of Sustainability Research and Stewardship at Allianz Global Investors,...
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