May 2025:

Business travel plays a crucial role in supporting economic growth, fostering cross-border collaboration, and driving innovation within the European Union.

With an estimated expenditure of nearly €69 Billion in 2023, the sector is an integral part of the single market strategy.

Business travel is an important part of tourism as it also generates additional income for the countries visited, as business travellers consume more than just travel related services.

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