Event hosted by the European Ombudsman, Emily O'ReillyRoom ASP A1-G2, European Parliament, BrusselsThe economic crisis may have reached a turning point. After several tough years for European businesses, the outlook for 2014 is largely positive according to a Eurochambres survey. Yet many businesses continue to struggle and look to the EU for support.Opinions:Arnaldo Abruzzini, Secretary-General of Eurochambres: "Economic survey: Business optimism returns in 2014"Luc Hendrickx, Director for Enterprise Policy and External Relations, UEAPME: "Small versus big: What are the key challenges for SMEs in Europe?"Responses:Markus Ferber, Member of the European Parliament (EPP): "What can Europe learn from Germany's successful business model?"Member of the European Parliament's S&D group (name to be confirmed): "What more should be done for businesses in the EU's most-affected countries?"Emily O'Reilly, European Ombudsman: "The European Ombudsman is good for business"ChairMatthew Newman, MLexParticipate in the Twitter debate at #EObusiness