
Dear readers,
This October marks a new beginning for the European Economic and Social Committee, with more than 40% of members being new to the Committee.
The new members have been appointed and the next five-year mandate of the EESC is about to begin. The arrival of new members, with their unique expertise and fresh enthusiasm, has always been a major source of inspiration for the EESC.
This new political term starts at a time when the challenges facing Europe and the European Union are greater than ever. The coronavirus pandemic is continuing to wreak havoc across the continent, causing major health, social and economic crises. To add to this, the EU is also facing an extremely challenging geo-political environment.