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December 20, 2025 
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Historic First for Sustainability Reporting in Europe and Beyond

The Global Electronics Association welcomes the swift conclusion and approval of the Omnibus package on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) by the European Parliament.

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Industry News

USMCA Review: A Critical Opportunity to Fortify North American Electronics

As the 2026 review of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) approaches, U.S. policymakers have a rare chance to reinforce a North American partnership that drives our shared competitiveness, resilience, and long-term growth.

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Global Electronics Association Invites Electronics Design Professionals to the 2nd Pan-European Electronics Design Conference (PEDC)

The Global Electronics Association invites designers, engineers, researchers, and product‐development leaders to attend the 2nd Pan-European Electronics Design Conference (PEDC), taking place 21-22 January 2026 in Prague.

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Global Electronics Association Calls for Expansion of EU Chips Act to Support Critical Industries

The Global Electronics Association is urging the European Commission to expand the scope of the EU Chips Act, warning that the current focus on semiconductor fabrication alone leaves Europe exposed to significant supply chain vulnerabilities for critical European industries.

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New Double Materiality Assessment Toolkit Makes ESG Reporting Easier

In this interview, Dr. Kelly Scanlon, the Global Electronics Association’s lead sustainability strategist, discusses the release of a new Double Materiality Assessment Toolkit, following an authoritative white paper published by the Association on the importance of these assessments.

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Why AI/ML May be the Next Big Step for PCB Fabs

PCB manufacturing is approaching a pivotal moment across the global electronics supply chain.

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Hall of Fame Spotlight Series: Highlighting Larry Velie

Dan Feinberg continues his series on the Global Electronics Association Hall of Fame, spotlighting the achievements of past Hall of Fame members.

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Policy Pressures Rise Across Mexico’s Key Manufacturing Corridors

Northern Mexico’s manufacturing landscape is facing new policy-related pressures with direct implications for the electronics industry.

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Poster Abstracts Now Being Accepted for APEX EXPO 2026

Be on the forefront as the APEX EXPO conference enters a new era. Submit your poster proposal to present at the Advanced Electronic Packaging Conference 2026. Submission deadline: December 18.

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Learning, Exploring and Connecting: A Roundup of Member Activities in China

In early 2025, the Global Electronics Association China office launched the Membership Service Enhancement Program, filled with exclusive member activities, training courses, company visits and networking events.

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Unlock the Full Potential of Your Electronics Business with Global Electronics Association Membership

Across the world, electronics power progress, connecting people, enabling medical technologies, driving defense systems, and advancing smart, sustainable industries. Behind this innovation is a global community ensuring quality, reliability, and responsible growth.

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Global Electronics Association Unveils Powerhouse Tech and Innovation Keynote Speakers for APEX EXPO 2026

The Global Electronics Association announces its APEX EXPO keynote lineup, featuring industry titans exploring the frontiers of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and the electrification of global industries.

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Play a Role in the Future of the Electronics Industry

Are you ready to capitalize on what is next and join our team of dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic employees? Here are current job openings:
• Vice President, U.S. Government Relations
• Technical Programs Manager (Taiwan)
• Account Director, Aerospace & Defense
• Item Quality Assurance Coordinator
• Customer Service Representative (Part-time)
• Chief Operating Officer

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Build Electronics Better with IPC Standards

For more than 50 years, IPC standards have been the processes, procedures and criteria that the global electronics industry implement daily to design and build electronics better with quality, reliability and consistency.

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Member Milestones

Axiom Electronics, LLC (Hillsboro, Ore.) celebrated its 40th year as a Global Electronics Association member. See other companies celebrating membership anniversaries. 
 

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Events
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December 16, 2025

Pan-European Electronics Design Conference
January 21-22, 2026

WHMA's Annual Global Leadership Summit
January 27-29, 2026

Integrated Electronics Manufacturing and Interconnections (IEMI)
January 29-30, 2026

APEX EXPO 2026
March 14-19, 2026

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