Hungary has become entangled in disputes between the European Commission and the Parliament.
In a commentary from our #InternationalWomensDay series, @juliapocze.bsky.social takes a closer look at how this 'triangle of madness' came to be.
Read it here: www.ceps.eu/in-the-fight...
🔴 LIVE NOW / Our @CEPS_ERCC event on the EU Batteries Regulation has started! 🔋
With only one year until the Battery Digital Product Passport is introduced, our speakers will discuss key steps for ensuring a sustainable and transparent battery supply chain.
Our webinar on the EU's reformed fiscal framework is happening on Wednedsay!
Join researchers from CEPS and the EU IFI Network for a discussion on how the framework's first two years have gone and what is likely to come next.
Sign up here: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
It will take bold moves, a shared vision, and strong investment to make Europe a true 21st century space power.
In new commentary published as part of our task force on space, Andrea Rodriguez calls upon Europe to act now to join the new space economy.
Read it here: www.ceps.eu/its-time-to-...
2025 was a deeply troubled year… but 2026 has started even worse.
At CEPS, we want to continue with our work shaping EU policy towards stability and prosperity.
Find out how we plan to do this in our 2026-7 Research Priorities: www.ceps.eu/ceps-publica...
The headlines are clear: women are burning out at higher rates than men.
In a commentary written for our #InternationalWomensDay series, Laura Nurksi asks whether this burnout gap can be linked the types of jobs that women typically hold.
Read more: www.ceps.eu/built-for-bu...
Our event on EU Public Procurement reform is just under two weeks away!
Join us to explore how the EU can leverage one of its most powerful financial tools.
Sign up here: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
The EU's reformed fiscal framework aims to strike a balance between debt sustainability, national ownership and flexibility – but how does it look in practice?
Join our webinar on March 11 on the successes and challenges of the framework's first two years.
Sign up here: ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
The Battery Passport is due to be be introduced in one year, marking an important step towards a sustainable battery value chain.
Join CEPS, RECHARGE and the Global Battery Alliance on March 10 for a discussion on implementing the Battery Passport.
Learn more here: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
In the first of a special series of CEPS commentaries for #InternationalWomensDay, Marta Dell'Aquila and Rukudzo Nyoka argue that simplification in the new FP10 Framework for Research and Innovation should not come at the cost of gender equality.
Read more: www.ceps.eu/the-race-for...
As AI becomes more integrated in Europe's workplaces, its many biases are coming under scrutiny.
In a new commentary, Laura Nurski describes these biases as a mirror for organisations' pre-existing problems – and an opportunity for them to be resolved.
Read more: www.ceps.eu/ai-reveals-w...
Public procurement is one of the EU’s most powerful financial tools – however, it is threatened by weakening competition across the #SingleMarket.
CEPS will host an event with KPMG on 19 March on strengthening EU public procurement culture.
Sign up here: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
A new CEPS publication highlights how the EU's Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) can lead Europe's efforts at strengthening R&D collaboration.
Read it HERE: ceps.eu/ceps-publica...
Munich was yet another reminder for the EU that relying on the US for its security belongs to a bygone era – but what does this mean in practice?
CEPS Research Fellow @tinatinakhvlediani.bsky.social recently attended @munsecconf.bsky.social. Read her takeaways here: www.ceps.eu/after-four-y...
Following its signing in January 2026, the decision to refer the EU - #Mercosur deal to the European Court of Justice has brought it to a standstill.
At #CEPSLab2026, one of our sessions will dig into what lies ahead for Mercosur.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/from-signatu...
When those working for the EU institutions do not uphold the rule of law, citizens should be able to speak up.
At #CEPSLab2026, we will host a session exploring a 'rule of law compass' to increase accountability in the institutions.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/an-eu-accoun...
4 years after Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine's agricultural sector is devastated.
In a #CEPSLab2026 Substack post, @tinatinakhvlediani.bsky.social writes that the sector's recovery can act as a blueprint for turning disaster into resilience 🇺🇦
Read more: cepseu.substack.com/p/ukraines-r...
The EU's International Digital Strategy signals new momentum for #techdiplomacy in Europe. 💻
A #CEPSLab2026 session on the topic will call for a strong, unified approach towards the technology sector in Europe.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/the-eu-inter...
At their first meeting, Trump's Board of Peace recently pledged $7 billion for relief in Gaza. It remains unclear what this will mean for Palestinians.
In a #CEPSLab2026 Substack post, James Moran calls on Europe to do more to support the region.
Read more ➡️ cepseu.substack.com/p/words-aren...
The EU's future energy system needs to be clean, reliable and affordable.
At #CEPSLab2026, one of our sessions will delve into energy system, highlighting what needs to be done today to ensure clean energy for Europe tomorrow.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/how-can-the-...
Quantum technologies are moving from the peripheries of science to the core of EU competitiveness.
At #CEPSLab2026, we will host a session focusing how Europe must can ensure leadership in quantum computing. 🔗💻
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/how-to-unloc...
Digitalisation and AI are reshaping the EU's tax systems.
A new #CEPSLab2026 Substack post by Apostolos Thomadakis raises 3️⃣ key questions Europe must answer to ensure efficiency, coherence and fairness in taxation.
Read it HERE: cepseu.substack.com/p/when-it-co...
Securing access to #CRMs is crucial for Europe's green transition and competitiveness.
At #CEPSLab2026, one of our sessions will examine how the Global Gateway can help secure Europe's access to CRMs.
Learn more:
ideaslab.ceps.eu/global-gatew...
Electric vehicle batteries are crucial for Europe's #greentransition. The EU must develop an industrial ecosystem for battery circularity.
Join CEPS, Recyclia & BATRAW next week in Madrid to discuss how to speed up deployment of circular battery solutions.
Learn more: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
@horizoneu.bsky.social is crucial for the EU's competitiveness and innovation. However, to achieve its goals, the project needs reform.
At #CEPSLab2026, one of our sessions will discuss what that should look like – and how it can become reality.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/the-next-hor...
The EU's Apply AI strategy has potential, but questions remain about its impact on competitiveness, innovation, and regulation.
A #CEPSLab2026 Substack post highlights some of the strategy's talking points in advance of our Apply AI Ideas Lab Session.
Read more: cepseu.substack.com/p/what-we-sh...
The EU's engagement in Gaza is passive at best. Little progress has been made at promoting peace or providing humanitarian aid, with huge costs to its reputation.
At #CEPSLab2026, we will ask how the EU can meaningfully support peace efforts in Gaza.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/the-eu-in-ga...
Proactive industrial strategy is key to the EU's economic future.
At #CEPSLab2026, one of our plenary sessions will ask how European leaders can balance competitiveness, strategic autonomy, and sustainability to create strong industrial strategies.
Learn more: ideaslab.ceps.eu/plenary-4-re...
Join us on February 26 for a discussion with ECMI and Barclays Bank on the challenges and opportunities for Europe of the the Savings and Investments Union (SIU) and Savings and Investment Accounts.
Learn more: www.ceps.eu/ceps-events/...
2025 completely transformed global health. Funding decreased, priorities shifted, and politicisation increased.
In the 2nd of our #CEPSLab2026 Substack series, Petra Varkonyi, Cosima Lenz & Hien Vu explore how the EU can become a global health leader.
Read more: cepseu.substack.com/p/now-is-the...
