GRAND PLAZA HOTEL & CONGRESS CENTER
Slovenska cesta 60
Ljubljana
Slovenia
The Western Balkans Civil Society High-Level Conference brought together EESC members, organised civil society representatives from the Western Balkan countries, and members of organised civil society and officials from Slovenia. It marked 20 years of the biggest EU enlargement thus far, and 20 years since Slovenia joined the Union. The conference was organised in close cooperation with and support from our partners and will complement the EESC’s work, such as the Western Balkans Civil Society Forum, which the EESC has organised every two years since 2006. The event provided an opportunity for participants to exchange views on the needed reforms in the Western Balkans and in the EU to maintain enlargement policy as one of the most important EU success stories. It was an opportunity to discuss the current situation of civil society in the region and the need for its better inclusion in the accession process. The participants adopted conclusions addressed to national authorities and European institutions.
Highlights from the agenda: European elections and fight against disinformation - Presentation of the report on the comparative analysis of CJUE (The Court of Justice of the European Union) and EFTA Court decisions on social security issues – Presentation of the EEA CC resolution and report on 30 years with the EEA Agreement
Recognizing sustainable finance as a critical element in the pursuit of sustainability, this event aims to explore the intersectionality between biodiversity conservation and climate finance, shedding light on their interdependencies, challenges, and opportunities and providing input to the EESC own-initiative opinions (A comprehensive strategy for biodiversity at COP16 and Climate finance).
During the meeting, the EU DAG discussed past and upcoming Civil Society Forums as well as the preparation of the intersessional meeting on the topic of platform work. It was likewise an opportunity for members to receive an update from DG Trade on the EU-Korea FTA and the implementation of the TSD Chapter. The EU DAG also exchanged views on the DAG's priorities for this mandate.
Innovation is indeed a key component of Belgium’s economy and its productivity, and has been encouraged and supported by several instruments and policy measures, be it at the federal or at the regional level. By showcasing best practices in fostering synergies between the private sector, businesses and the R&D community, the conference aims to present the Belgian example and discuss the situation in different EU Member States.
EESC/CoR Building Jacques Delors -
Room Atrium 6 & 5, JDE 53 -
Rue Belliard, 99-101
1040 Brussels
Belgium
The workshop delved into Europe's AI landscape, explored Europe's position in the global talent race for AI expertise and identified EU´s comparative edge and its most promising sectors when it comes to AI in R&D. It was a timely debate in view of the preparation of the next EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation.
Meeting of the Category "Workers' Voice for more democratic participation"
Location
Rue Belliard 99
Brussels
Belgium
The upcoming meeting of the category "Workers' Voice for more democratic participation" will focus on the role European Works Councils can play in ensuring corporate due diligence, with a focus on human rights.
Conference on Professional Support for the EU Blue Deal
Location
Belliard street 99
Brussels and online
Belgium
Join us on 7 May 2024, when the Liberal Professions Category of the EESC proudly presents the 8th edition of the Day of Liberal Professions. The conference is open to the public. Registration is now closed. We invite you to follow live via webstreaming.
Public hearing in the framework of own-initiative opinion ECO/641 - Taxation Framework for Social Economy Entities
Event type
Public hearing
Location
Online event
Brussels
Belgium
The social economy is a vital part of the European social and economic system. It generates and maintains high-quality jobs, fosters the inclusion of marginalised groups into the labour market, promotes sustainable business practices, and provides employment for millions of people. In this way, it makes the single market more inclusive, our societies more cohesive and fosters employment models that are tailored to local and communal needs.
