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Future-Proofing Europe: German-Nordic Perspectives on Security and Resilience

Berlin, 29 Mai 2026, 11.00 - 12.30

EUROPEAN TALK

Representation of the European Commission in Germany
Unter den Linden 78, 10117 Berlin

11:00 – 12:30 Moderated Discussion in English
12:30 – 13:00 Reception and Light Lunch  

Registration: Europagespräch: Future-Proofing Europe: German-Nordic Perspectives on Security and Resilience | IEP

Words of Welcome:
Dr Barbara Gessler, Head of the Representation of the European Commission in Germany 

Speakers:
Christian Danielsson, Swedish State Secretary for European Affairs
Michael Clauß, Head of the European Policy Division, Federal Chancellery
Minna Kivimäki, State Secretary for EU Affairs at the Finnish Prime Minister’s Office

Moderation:
Prof Dr Funda Tekin, Director, Institut für Europäische Politik

The event is organised by the Swedish Embassy in Berlin and Institut für Europäische Politik and kindly supported by the Federal Foreign Office. The event will be held in English and follow the Chatham House Rule.  

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The European Union is in the midst of one of the greatest transformations of European politics in a very long time. It is driven by Russia’s war in Ukraine, growing tensions between global powers, unrest in the Middle East and geoeconomic challenges. This has a profound impact on all European countries and calls for a discussion on Europe’s role in the world. How can Europe ensure security, resilience, and competitiveness in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment?

Under these circumstances, Germany, Sweden and Finland are deepening their partnership within the EU and NATO. They share key priorities: strengthening security and defence within the EU, as well as ensuring continued effective support for Ukraine. At the same time, the EU must secure  competitiveness, protect democracy and enhance its capacity to act in the future. Negotiations on the next Multiannual Financial Framework must lay the groundwork for an efficient and competitive EU while preparing for a future EU enlargement.

What are Germany’s, Sweden’s and Finland’s shared priorities? How can Europe remain a strong, united, and value-driven actor in a world marked by uncertainty? How can we ensure European security and cohesion in times of growing external and internal pressure? And how do we enhance the Union’s competitiveness and resilience? 

We would like to discuss these and other questions together with Michael Clauß, EU Advisor to Chancellor Merz, Christian Danielsson, State Secretary at the Swedish Prime Minister’s Office, and Minna Kivimäki, State Secretary for EU Affairs at the Finnish Prime Minister’s Office, for a conversation on the future of Europe.  

Letzte Aktualisierung 22 Mai 2026, 15.13

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