The first year of formal social dialogue between CEEMET (Council of European Employers of the Metal, Engineering & Technology-Based Industries) & EMF (European Metalworkers' Federation) has shown that both organizations are united in their demand & actions for a strong industrial base & manufacturing sector in Europe. With this joint statement CEEMET & the EMF would like to comment on the Commission’s industrial policy communication that spells out the details of the EU’s new industrial policy strategy.