Lezione aperta al pubblica sui costi della Non Europa . La lezione è stata tenuta da Meena Fernandes del Parlamento Europeo

Since the signature of the Treaty of Rome in 1957, European integration has ensured peace and advanced democratic governance, environmental protection, innovation and economic growth. Efforts to create the euro and to strengthen the single market are credited with raising incomes by at least 6%. Yet, Europe must step up its game to face new challenges - geopolitical conflict, climate change, erosion of democratic principles and social inequalities. And other possible crises lie ahead – economic due to inflation, instability, debt; health due to increased anti-microbial-resistant infections, and a sharp decline in pollinators on which our food systems depend – that could have grave consequences. Such challenges transcend borders and may be best addressed with a common response from Member States, rather than uncoordinated, fragmented or isolated action. The research service of the European Parliament has found that a collective European response over the next 10 years could help to address these challenges – and offer benefits worth up to €3 trillion a year. This represents around 18% of EU gross domestic product (GDP), equivalent to €6700 per citizen every year. Referring to the European Parliament’s work during the 2019-2024 term, the research has identified action in 10 policy areas that could unleash Europe’s potential – without the need for Treaty change. This lecture will delve into the concepts of the Cost of non-Europe and European Added Value and how forward-looking research can help to shape policies that are more resilient to future shocks and possibilities. The speaker will also speak about her personal experience working in the EU institutions and welcome questions.