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ALDE welcomes European framework for trade secrets – Decisive step to promote innovation while ensuring fundamental rights are protected-

ALDE welcomes European framework for trade secrets - Decisive step to promote innovation while ensuring fundamental rights are protected-
The ALDE Group has today backed the report on the protection of undisclosed know-how and business information against their unlawful acquisition, use and disclosure; a key text to promote innovation and research in the business sector. The report, which supports the European Commission’s proposal for a directive on trade secrets, will contribute to create a European framework for companies who face corporate espionage. This activity is especially harmful for SMEs and start-ups. ALDE confirms that media freedom and whistleblowing will not be compromised by this piece of legislation and calls for a European scheme to protect whistle-blowers. 

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