In Germany, Vincent Warnery, President of Beiersdorf, warned that EU regulations threaten the competitiveness of the European cosmetic industry. He highlighted that companies face challenges from less regulated competitors in countries like the US, China, and Korea. Warnery also expressed concerns about the financial implications of the EU's new water directive on manufacturers.
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