Life Beyond Reciprocity: Why Competition in Public Procurement is in the EU’s Own Interest

In the name of reciprocity, the European Commission is crusading against barriers that hinder European companies from competing for public contracts in foreign markets. Notwithstanding concerns about unfair competition in international trade, closing the door to the European market is a shot in the dark that may have counterproductive effects. Before aiming the lance at others, the EU should first put its own house in order.