TAE: Yes to a smart ‘European preference’ – no to tokenism and protectionism The European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE) welcomes the debate on strengthening Europe’s industrial resilience and competitiveness. This discussion has gained momentum recently, partly due to the latest policy initiatives from EU Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné, who advocates for a “European preference” and a “Made…
TAE: Hands off the wealth tax – No harmonisation or minimum taxes in Europe The Taxpayers’ Association of Europe (TAE) expressed its horror at the EU debate in the European Parliament on the taxation of the so-called “ultra-rich”. Such discussions must be nipped in the bud, says Michael Jaeger, President of the Taxpayers’ Association of…
An end to ‘lucky legislation’: TAE warns of increasing over-regulation at EU level Europe is at a political turning point. The EU is increasingly responding to perceived societal risks not with individual responsibility and market-based mechanisms, but with preventive regulation. Protective measures are gradually evolving into proactive government decisions. Two current draft laws – the…
TAE has warned the EU ahead of COP11: no radical measures that jeopardise European taxpayers, SMEs and economic stability. The European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE) expresses deep concern regarding the European Commission’s draft mandate for COP11 (Conference of the Parties) under the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC). Under the guise of health policy,…
TAE Discussion Paper: Energy supply using climate-positive methanol below freezing point as a fuel Combating the effects of climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time – in Europe and worldwide. In short: it is about our future and that of future generations. One key lies in the climate-neutral or climate-friendly generation…
TAE: EU bureaucracy is at least as harmful as excessive tariffs! The European Taxpayers’ Association views current developments with great concern. Businesses continue to suffer from excessive EU bureaucracy, which appears to have lost none of its momentum under the new von der Leyen II Commission. Added to this is the EU’s trade agreement with…
The European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE) is filing a criminal complaint against members of the European Commission for the period 2019–2024 TAE calls for a transparent and thorough criminal investigation into the allocation of EU funds On 23 July 2025, the European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE) filed a criminal complaint and a request for prosecution with the…
European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE): No backdoor ban on combustion engines – what is the European Commission up to now? According to leaked media reports, the European Commission is planning a major intervention in the European car market. From 2030, car hire companies and large businesses will apparently only be allowed to purchase electric vehicles. The…
TAE: A critical look at the European Commission’s proposals for new own resources On 16 July, the European Commission presented its proposals for the EU’s next multiannual financial framework (MFF for 2028–2034). These also include proposals for new EU own resources. Until now, the financing of the EU budget has been subject to a ceiling.…
The European Taxpayers’ Association (TAE) warns against expanding the EU’s own resources – “A wave of burdens for citizens and businesses looms” TAE demands: The European Commission must halt the planned expansion of own resources in the next financial framework! The Commission plans to present a first package for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)…