Studio Europa Maastricht

On the 9th and 10th of December in 1991, Maastricht became the stage for a historic turning point in European history. Eleven heads of government and one president gathered in the Provincial Building ‘Gouvernement aan de Maas’ for the Euro Summit, setting the stage for monumental decisions that led to the signing of the Maastricht Treaty. During this summit, leaders such as François Mitterrand, Helmut Kohl and John Major made decisions that reshaped the future of Europe—decisions that still impact our daily lives today and made Maastricht the birthplace of the EU and the euro. In 2018 the European Commission designated the Maastricht Treaty as European heritage. Do you want to know more about the Maastricht Treaty? Visit the heritage page on our website to find more information on its history and links to a variety of content including an oral history project dedicated to the Euro Summit in 1991. #WorkingOnEurope European Heritage Label Bureau - EHL Bureau Provincie Limburg

𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟗–𝟏𝟎, 𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟏: 𝐀 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 🗓️ On these dates, the Maastricht European Council set the stage for a new era in European integration. It was here that leaders finalized the framework of the Maastricht Treaty. 📃 Very few treaties influence the daily lives of Europeans to the extent that the Maastricht Treaty does. As the founding document of the European Union, the euro and the EU-citizenship, the Maastricht Treaty literally embodies the integration history of Europe and the promotion of EU values. 🏅 In 2017, the Treaty’s significance was recognized with the European Heritage Label, honoring its role in shaping the Europe we know today. Studio Europa Maastricht #EHL

“We hope that citizens can use AI systems in a way where the AI Act serves as a safeguard without having to worry about their safety or breaching their fundamental rights.” The European Union is making history as the first jurisdiction in the world to adopt the AI Act, a comprehensive framework that addresses the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. This law aims to protect fundamental rights while fostering innovation. We spoke with Jeroen Delfos, Technology Specialist at the European Commission’s AI Office, about how this legislation is shaping the future of AI in Europe. From banning high-risk practices to providing clearer rules for companies, the AI Act is set to change how we interact with technology. Jeroen will be one of the speakers at the second edition of the Local Europe series organized by BrabantKennis in collaboration with Studio Europa and Pakhuis de Zwijger on behalf of the representation of the European Commission in the Netherlands. I It is still possible to join us on the 10th of December in Den Bosch, by registering via our website: https://lnkd.in/eEQqavcp Read the entire expert interview via the link below: https://lnkd.in/evQcYjS5 #WorkingonEurope

Beluister de nieuwe aflevering van Café Europa! De presentatie van het nieuwe boek van Mathieu Segers “Europa en het idee uit de toekomst” - Live vanuit Maastricht.

In our new expert video, Dr Andreea Nastase, Assistant Professor in European Public Policy at Universiteit Maastricht, discusses how the newly elected European Commission stands out in terms of its election process and its mandate to address the EU’s newly introduced priorities. Although this Commission made history with the narrowest majority ever, just 54% of MEPs backed it, all the commissioner designates were approved by the European Parliament after its hearings. This wasn’t the case in the Von der Leyen I commission and many of its predecessors. While its ambitions are high in defense & housing, Nastase signals a shift from climate to economic & social priorities. What will be next for Europe? #WorkingonEurope

Afgelopen donderdag vond in Centre Céramique in Maastricht een herdenkingsbijeenkomst plaats ter ere van Mathieu Segers, die in december 2023 overleed. Deze bijeenkomst, georganiseerd door Studio Europa Maastricht (SEM) namens de Universiteit Maastricht (UM), bracht familie, vrienden, oud-collega’s, politici en andere belangstellenden samen om stil te staan bij zijn leven, werk en blijvende nalatenschap. Centraal in het programma stonden de opening van het Europa Archief Mathieu Segers, evenals de presentatie van zijn laatste boek, Europa en het idee uit de toekomst. Beide staan symbool voor zijn diepgaande impact op de academische en maatschappelijke discussie over Europa. Met dank aan alle sprekers, moderatoren en andere deelnemers aan dit bijzondere programma: Sophie Vanhoonacker Rianne Letschert Elianne Demollin-Schneiders Steven Van Hecke Bart Stol Wim Hupperetz Corien Prins Mai spijkers Tamar de Waal Annette Van Soest Lees de volledige blogpost en ontdek meer over het archief via de link hieronder. #WorkingonEurope https://lnkd.in/eiveKshA

Today, the Europa Archive Mathieu Segers was officially inaugurated at Centre Céramique. This remarkable archive offers a unique perspective on the history of European integration, with a special focus on the Maastricht Treaty, the founding of the EU, and the introduction of the euro. The archive combines key institutional records with the personal legacy of Professor Mathieu Segers, who played a pivotal role in the development of this project. His personal documents—collected over the course of his career and numerous research initiatives—serve as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand Europe’s history. The archive is designed not only for academics but is also explicitly accessible to a broader audience. This aligns with Mathieu’s own vision, as he always sought to bridge the gap between academia and the public. The archive is housed at Centre Céramique, and the daily management of the EAMS is overseen by Dr. Bart Stol, project leader for European Heritage and the Maastricht Treaty at SEM. Starting today, visitors can explore the archive and consult the initial inventories at Centre Céramique. Visit our website for more information on accessing and consulting the Europa Archive of Mathieu Segers. https://lnkd.in/eBy8-f_B Universiteit Maastricht Provincie Limburg Gemeente Maastricht European Heritage Label Bureau - EHL Bureau #WorkingonEurope

🇪🇺 LOKAAL EUROPA OVER AI: VAN EUROPESE VISIE NAAR LOKALE REALITEIT 🇪🇺 Beslissen zonder begrijpen? Op 10 december 2024 organiseert BrabantKennis in het Jheronimus Academy of Data Science in Den Bosch een bijeenkomst over Europa en AI met als centrale vraag: kun je beslissen zonder begrijpen? Want, snappen we eigenlijk wel voldoende van AI? Is dat nodig? En hoe bestuur je en maak je beleid als je het (niet voldoende) snapt? Het afgelopen jaar heeft de #EU belangrijke wetgeving rondom AI aangenomen. Met de AI Act kunnen er nu wereldwijde normen gesteld worden voor de regulering van AI. Ook komt de nieuw zittende Europese Commissie in de eerste 100 dagen van hun ambtstermijn met een nieuwe visie op AI (AI Factory Initiative). Er worden dus belangrijke stappen gezet op het Europese toneel, maar de vraag voor lokale overheden blijft hoe je dit doorvertaalt. Hoe maak je effectief en uitvoerbaar beleid op een terrein dat zich razendsnel ontwikkelt? Welke verantwoordelijkheid móet je nemen, welke ruimte laat je over aan ondernemers, de wetenschap en de burger? Onder leiding van moderator Hajar Yagkoubi gaan we op 10 december in gesprek met panelleden die drie perspectieven inbrengen: het Europese perspectief, het lokale en het academische: Jeroen Delfos European Commission, dr. Maarten van Veen Gemeente Eindhoven, Eric Postma Tilburg University. Ook horen we van de Vertegenwoordiging in Nederland van de Europese Commissie waarom het juist belangrijk is om ook op het lokale niveau over Europa te spreken. Lokaal Europa verkent in de reeks van drie bijeenkomsten hoe Europese thema’s raken aan de lokale leefwereld van Nederlanders. De onderwerpen in de reeks: 💡 1 november #Maastricht: lokale impact van het Europese buitenland- en veiligheidsbeleid. 💡 10 december #DenBosch: de invloed van EU-beleid op AI voor burgers, bedrijven en overheden. 💡 13 januari #Amsterdam: klimaat en de Clean Industrial Deal, het nieuwe werkveld van Eurocommissaris Wopke Hoekstra. 🎥 We gingen alvast de straat op in Den Bosch en vroegen voorbijgangers: wat weet jij eigenlijk over AI? Zie jij gevaren van AI? En als we regels moeten maken omtrent AI, wie moet dat dan doen - de provincie, lokale overheden, de landelijke overheid of Europees? De bijeenkomst 🇪🇺 Lokaal Europa 🇪🇺 in Den Bosch is een samenwerking tussen Studio Europa Maastricht, Pakhuis de Zwijger en BrabantKennis. Mede mogelijk gemaakt door de Europese Commissie European Commission. LOKAAL EUROPA OVER AI: BESLISSEN ZONDER BEGRIJPEN? 📆 10 december 2024 📍 Jheronimus Academy of Data Science #DenBosch 🕖 Inloop 18.45 uur, napraat en borrel vanaf 21.00 uur ✅ Meer info en aanmelden: https://lnkd.in/e9y3nPwr #europa #eu #ai #jads #beleid #aibeleid #artificialintelligence European Commission Cecilia Thorfinn Sebastiaan Hennink Valentino Vondenhoff Sophie Loonen https://lnkd.in/e_f2x2T4

Last Friday, Hartman Young Professionals for Europe (HYPE) visited Maastricht with 14 of its members to delve into cross-border cooperation and the goal of “bringing Europe closer to its citizens.” The day began at the historic Gouvernement aan de Maas, where participants had the opportunity to dive into the legacy of the Maastricht Treaty through an engaging exhibition. The group reflected on the treaty's significance while capturing the moment with a photograph alongside a copy of this pivotal document that shaped the European Union. In the afternoon, the group visited our SEM office, where they gained firsthand insights into SEM’s initiatives and operational strategies. The visit featured a dynamic discussion with SEM colleagues, offering a deeper understanding of our cross-border projects and their impact on fostering European integration. The day concluded at Maastricht University (UM) with an interactive workshop. Participants collaboratively designed innovative programmes aimed at engaging diverse audiences, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility in cross-border European initiatives. #WorkingonEurope

The first meet-up in the Local Europe series brought together Jean-Pierre van Aubel, Defence Policy Expert at the European External Action Service; Nicole Rijkens, Foresight Practitioner at PANTOPICON and Coordinator of the Regional Transition Platform at Maastricht University; and Yf Reykers, Assistant Professor in International Relations at Maastricht University. Under the adept moderation of Hajar Yagkoubi, former United Nations Youth Representative, the discussion underscored the vital role of local communities in addressing Europe’s security challenges. The dialogue explored themes such as fostering community resilience and countering contemporary threats, highlighting the significant influence of local perspectives and initiatives on Europe’s broader security framework. For an in-depth understanding of the discussions, including key takeaways and expert contributions, we invite you to: - Read the comprehensive event report on our website: https://lnkd.in/ek-4WJk7 - Rewatch the full recording of the event on our YouTube channel to experience the dialogue firsthand: https://lnkd.in/ebF9q5Br This event organized by Studio Europa Maastricht and Pakhuis de Zwijger, on behalf of the Representation of the European Commission in the Netherlands, marked the beginning of an ongoing series highlighting the intersections of local engagement and European policymaking. Let’s continue to shape Europe’s future together. #WorkingonEurope @Cecilia Thorfinn