CloseThis event has ended. At a time of global uncertainty, the 12th annual ESPAS conference will focus on the future of Europe and the strategic choices the EU must make to navigate the coming decades. Bringing together leading political figures, civil society representatives, policy experts and foresight practitioners, the event will address key challenges in:geopoliticstechnologydemocracyintergenerational fairness democracy | politics | artificial intelligence Thursday 13 November 2025, 09:30 - 17:45 (CET)Online only Practical information WhenThursday 13 November 2025, 09:30 - 17:45 (CET)WhereOnline onlyLanguagesEnglishWebsiteESPAS annual conference 2025 Description The conference will highlight the essential role of strategic foresight in helping policy-makers anticipate trends, identify risks and opportunities, and design more resilient policies. It will explore how the EU can harness transformative technologies, strengthen its global position and revitalise democracy through long-term, anticipatory thinking. By linking foresight with policy-making, the conference aims to equip decision-makers with the tools and perspectives needed to build resilience and shape Europe’s future towards 2040.More information on the programme and speakers: Programme | ESPAS conference - 2025
The conference will highlight the essential role of strategic foresight in helping policy-makers anticipate trends, identify risks and opportunities, and design more resilient policies. It will explore how the EU can harness transformative technologies, strengthen its global position and revitalise democracy through long-term, anticipatory thinking. By linking foresight with policy-making, the conference aims to equip decision-makers with the tools and perspectives needed to build resilience and shape Europe’s future towards 2040.More information on the programme and speakers: Programme | ESPAS conference - 2025
