IAA: Why Europe’s industrial strategy is so controversial in the Council • Table.Briefings

With the Industrial Accelerator Act, the Commission is aiming to prepare Europe’s industry to compete with China. However, the EU’s coal-producing countries feel disadvantaged by the link to climate action. As a result, the tight timeline is in jeopardy.

One of the points of contention is whether the IAA gives preferential treatment only to low-carbon steel produced in Europe. (picture alliance / imageBROKER | Sylvio Dittrich)

Last updated: 29. May 2026