The Role of Public Policy in Europe

IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs (IE SPEGA) is pleased to invite you to the event “The Role of Public Policy in Europe,” held on the occasion of the third edition of the IE SPEGA Fellowship Program.

This special session will bring together distinguished European leaders for an in-depth discussion on the evolving role of public policy in Europe, the challenges of governance, and the leadership needed to shape the continent’s future.

Speakers:

• José Manuel Durão Barroso, Former President of the European Commission & Former Prime Minister of Portugal
• Clément Beaune, High Commissioner for Strategy and Planning, France
• Connie Hedegaard, Former European Commissioner for Climate Action
• Enrico Letta, Dean, IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs

The conversation will address key policy priorities for Europe—from climate action and digital transformation to strategic autonomy and democratic resilience—through the insights of seasoned policymakers and thought leaders.