Thinking ahead for Europe
Founded in Brussels in 1983, CEPS is a leading think tank and forum for debate on EU affairs, with an exceptionally strong in-house research capacity and an extensive network of partner institutes throughout the world.
CEPS Expert commentaries
Our expert commentaries offer timely and succinct analysis of current events and opinion on the key developments in Europe
The optics of this week’s planned Alaska meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are deeply…
After months of uncertainty and escalating rhetoric, a new EU-US trade deal has finally been announced. Under the deal, a…
Europe is facing a defining moment in its approach to science, research and innovation. As geopolitical tensions mount and investment…
Latest Publications
CEPS produces research papers and reports on current and upcoming policy challenges. Browse through the latest publications on the right or click to view all our publications.
A new strategy to empower the single market
Will the EU finally prioritise, decide and act - or will its leaders again only express lofty aims?
CEPS Events
CEPS organises various types of events for its members and the public. Browse through the forthcoming events below or click on the button to view all our events.
A roadmap towards a common defence for Europe
- Welcome: Berrie van der Molen,
- Moderator: Tinatin Akhvlediani,
- Reinier van Lanschot,
- Emmanuel Jacob
The state of affairs in Serbia and EU membership prospects – is there an alternative?
Perspectives from the political opposition and civil society
Global value chains restructuring challenges: towards a new normal trade policy
CEPS Videos on YouTube
A selection of some of our latest videos. You can find more on our youtube channel.
Latest Projects & Task Forces
Through our project exchanges and collaborative Task Force work, we share our research and policy analysis and offer potential solutions for EU policymaking.
The European approach to liability for the AI Age
Besides opening up significant opportunities, the future use of AI is also going to cause harm. While the EU has…
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