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European Affairs

Located in Brussels at the heart of EU political decision-making, the European Affairs Programme provides in-depth as well as policy-oriented analyses on a wide range of themes of relevance to EU and Belgian policy makers. Topics that are – or ought to be – central to the EU policy debate are given special attention. Aside from a constant focus on institutional matters, various substantive EU policies dominate the Programme’s research agenda, such as the Green Deal, the digital agenda, the consolidation of an inclusive social model, the protection of people and the defence of rights, and the promotion of Europe’s interests in the world.

The Programme also deals extensively and in a forward-looking way with the impact of the multiple crises the EU has had to address over the last decade. They all had an impact on its policies, its decision-making processes, and more generally its architecture, which is proof of the resilience of the European project.

With the aim of reaching the broadest audience possible, the European Affairs Programme seeks to share its expertise and stimulate the debate through a variety of publications as well as by organizing round tables, expert-seminars, and conferences.

Publications

Events

Towards a green and just transition

On invitation only

Climate change, the decline of biodiversity, and increasing pollution demand comprehensive and resolute action from the European Union. At the same time, however, the Green Deal agenda needs to ensure […]

EBS Ukraine Future Summit

On invitation only

In mid-December 2023, the European Council approved Ukraine’s pursuit of EU membership, marking a major step toward the country’s economic and political integration with Europe. This focuses attention on the […]