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📚 Dive into the results and see what young EU citizens want from their Union, and how they’re shaping the policies of tomorrow: https://bit.ly/4dneq67

What European Union do young people want to see? 📌 From 2022 to 2024, the #EUact2 project engaged, connected, and empowered more than 1,580 EU citizens from 25 countries and extended its digital reach to over 316,000 individuals online! Through focus groups, transnational workshops, and e-democracy events, young EU citizens became more informed, engaged, and empowered to take part in shaping the future of Europe. 📚 Dive into the results and see what young EU citizens want from their Union, and how they’re shaping the policies of tomorrow: https://bit.ly/4dneq67 European Movement Ireland, ELIAMEP (Hellenic Foundation for European & Foreign Policy), IDM Institut für den Donauraum und Mitteleuropa/Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe

🔸”Wind of change” was the motto of the conference organised by the EUROPEUM Brussels Office (see https://lnkd.in/dyr4AtH5 ) about the changing role of Central Europe within the EU. The countries of this region have common features, therefore common interests as well. 🔸The Central European region so far is significantly underrepresented in the European debates. The greater growth potential should have been factored in by the Draghi report. However, among hundreds of sources of the Draghi report, perhaps just one originated from the Eastern EU countries. 🔸Central Europeans should develop a coordinated strategy and representation ahead of the upcoming debates on the EU MFF. CE countries are stakeholders in Cohesion Policy as well as CAP. However, these items cannot remain the sole focus of CE efforts. For example, there should be an endeavour to increase participation in Horizon Europe. More elements of my intervention here: https://lnkd.in/dP-zTkM5

On 13-14 June 2024, at the Hungarian Pre-Presidency Conference, the Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA) will present key recommendations to the incoming Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU. Together with my colleague Louise van Schaik, I have drafted a piece with recommendations on the issue of budgetary conditionality and the next long-term EU budget. It is likely that in the future, the allocation of EU funds to Member States will become increasingly conditional on reforms, for example with regard to the rule of law, socio-economic policies and the green and digital transition. Yet, there is not yet sufficient evidence that such a ‘cash-for-reforms’ model is effective in guaranteeing long-term change. Moreover, the instruments suffer from some democratic shortcomings, for example related to lack of transparency and clarity of procedures. Read our recommendations (page 4-6) and other recommendations here. TEPSA - Trans European Policy Studies Association Mariam Khotenashvili Nicoletta Pirozzi Richard Youngs Jakša Puljiz Luigi Scazzieri

👉 Join us at the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on Tuesday next week to discuss the potential of the ECBA Directive proposal for Macro-Regional Strategies and civil society actors

📍1st day of the Team Europe Direct France 🇫🇷 seminar 📍 With the European elections just six weeks away, this seminar is taking place at the heart of the European institutional system: the European Commission . The seminar brought together a rich network of people from a wide range of backgrounds to meet with European Commission officials and encourage rich and fruitful discussions on major European issues. A succession of fascinating presentations by : ✅ Renaud Soufflot de Magny, ✅ Bernard Schembri, ✅ Hanane Gassot. One of the themes that particularly caught my attention on Day 1 was the enlargement of the #EuropeanUnion (EU), a complex subject with numerous political, economic, legal and cultural implications. Since its creation, the EU has undergone numerous enlargements, the most notable of which took place in 2004, 2007 and 2013, with the accession of countries from Central and Eastern Europe, as well as Croatia: these expansions have transformed the EU's political landscape. The question of whether the EU should continue its enlargement process is a complex one, giving rise to debate in political, economic and civil society circles. While the enlargement process can be credited with promoting democracy and human rights, a degree of geopolitical stability or economic growth, and strengthening the EU's influence as a power, it nevertheless poses a real risk to the EU's cohesion, as well as numerous governance challenges. European enlargement needs to be carefully thought through, taking into account the potential benefits as well as the challenges. It was a wonderful opportunity for me to examine in greater depth Switzerland's relationship with the #EU and the implications of enlargement for #Switzerland, even though the country is not part of the accession process. The EU enlargement process may lead to numerous pressures and adjustments to bilateral agreements or closer cooperation in areas where Switzerland wishes to maintain its independence. Switzerland will need to continue to assess the potential benefits and challenges of EU expansion while maintaining its own national interests. It was a fascinating day, which ended with a keynote speech by Antoine Kasel. Institut d'étude des crises de l'intelligence économique et stratégique Centre de Recherche en Droit Antoine Favre - USMB Université Jean Moulin (Lyon III) MAISON DE L EUROPE ET DES EUROPEENS LYON RHONE ALPES Représentation permanente de la France auprès de l’Union européenne 🇫🇷🇪🇺 #CentredÉtudesEuropéennes #Lyon3

💡THIS WEEK... the Permanent Delegation of La Junta de Castilla y León to the EU will recap some of the work done in recent weeks where it has been present and participated in high-level events. Activities highlighted for the week include: 🚝The Atlantic Corridor is a vital component of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). Castilla y León remains committed to tracking its progress and implications as we deepen our involvement with influential initiatives shaping Europe's connectivity framework. #EuropeConnectingDays #EUTransportNetworks 📑The Demographic Change Regions Network (#DCRN) starts the drafting phase of the position paper on the future of Cohesion Policy. It will request Cohesion Policy to take into account the demographic transition and to give tools to face it with a territorial approach, for that Europeans have the “freedom to move, but also the freedom to stay” (Enrico Letta’s report on the Internal Market). 🗣️ European Parliamentary Research Service Event “What is the EU is doing to safeguard the mental health of its citizens”. On Thursday May 2, the EPRS organizes an event in the EP Info Hub venue to have a conversation with Virginia Mahieu, policy expert at the European Parliamentary Research Service, to learn more about what is the EU is doing to safeguard the mental health of its citizens. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gv8b-Rs6 🇪🇺 #EUOpenDoorsDay2024. On May 4, most of the European institutions (European Commission, European Parliament, European Economic and Social Committee, European Committee of the Regions, etc.), on the occasion of the celebration of #EuropeDay (May 9), open their doors to all those who are interested in learning more about their work. For more information, activities and events: 🔗https://lnkd.in/eSxWfWD2

What European Union do young people want to see? 👀   💫 From 2022 to 2024, the IDM was part of the #EUact2 project, which engaged and connected more than 1,580 EU citizens from 25 countries, extending its digital reach to over 316,000 individuals online! 💡 Through focus groups, transnational workshops, and e-democracy events, young EU citizens became more informed and empowered to take part in shaping the future of Europe.    📚 Check out the results to see what young EU citizens want from their Union, and how they’re influencing the policies of tomorrow 👉 https://bit.ly/4dneq67    GLOBSEC, European Movement Ireland, ELIAMEP (Hellenic Foundation for European & Foreign Policy) 

Indeed great news! Switzerland and the EU launched negotiations today! Hopefully the official negotiations will run smoothly and will result in the full association of Switzerland to #horizoneurope! An excellent first step: Swiss-based researchers can apply to the 2024 ERC-AdG! #horizoneu #erc #researchandinnovation

** Celebrating Europe Day: A journey of unity and progress ** As May 9th swiftly approaches, we stand on the threshold of a significant day in European history – Europe Day, an annual celebration marking the Schuman Declaration of 1950, the cornerstone of the European Union as we know it today. The European Union has grown from its original six founding members – Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands – to encompass 27 member states, fostering cooperation, collaboration, and peace across the continent. From a legal standpoint, the European Union plays a central role in shaping laws and policies that affect the daily lives of its citizens. The EU has its own legal system, which includes regulations, directives, and treaties that govern various aspects of European integration, such as trade, competition, environmental protection, and human rights. For businesses operating in Europe, understanding EU law is essential for compliance and success in the single market. As we anticipate Europe Day tomorrow, let us reflect on the journey of European integration and the values it represents. In the face of challenges, let solidarity and cooperation guide our path forward, ensuring a brighter future for all Europeans. Let's unite in celebration of our shared heritage and commitment to a prosperous, peaceful Europe. #EuropeDay #EUHistory #EULaw