The European Union stands at a critical juncture. While firms have long been viewed as engines of prosperity and institutional development, evidence from the Rebalance Project shows that corporate power – when insufficiently regulated – can undermine democratic resilience. At the same time, many companies act as constructive forces, supporting human rights, sustainability, and inclusive governance. This Position Paper synthesizes these dual dynamics and outlines policy recommendations to rebalance the relationship between business and democracy.
How to rebalance business and democracy
