OREANDA-NEWS. COBCOE - The Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe, an independent, non-profit making organisation representing British chambers of commerce throughout Europe, announces it will be hosting, in partnership with the British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium, The Evolving Europe Brussels Debate 2015, a live forum on how European Union reform should promote growth and competitive, efficient business.

COBCOE looks forward to welcoming Philippe de Backer MEP, David Thomas MBE, Executive Chairman of COBCOE and Tom Parker, Vice Chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium.

The Debate will be held on 17 November 2015 at 10:30, at the European Parliament on Rue Wiertz 60, 1047, Brussels, Belgium.

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Notes to Editors:

COBCOE is an independent, non-profit making organisation representing British chambers of commerce throughout Europe. Acting as an umbrella organisation, it works with its member chambers to advance international trade and business with the United Kingdom. COBCOE was founded, and continues to operate, with a clear aim: to protect and promote the collective interests of its chamber members, and their business members, through united representation, cooperation and trade stimulation.

COBCOE offers a platform for trade and investment support, commercial services and best practice in business. Its network of members allows delivery of local market expertise throughout Europe, and assists in stakeholder engagement and managing local relationships.

COBCOE's membership currently stands at over 40 member chambers, representing 8000 businesses throughout Europe.

Through COBCOE's Evolving Europe survey and its recent discussion at The London Debate, COBCOE is highlighting the challenges facing companies and business people operating in Europe and giving them a voice in identifying how Europe needs to change for greater competitiveness.