The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) held a high-level debate demonstrating that culture is not a luxury, but a strategic asset for democracy, social cohesion and Europe’s economic resilience. Speakers call for stronger political recognition and sustained investment to turn ambition into action.
On 29 April 2026, Ms Antje Gerstein, member of the EESC Employers' Group, was elected President of the Single Market, Production and Consumption (INT) section. In this interview is her take on her new mandate.
