Dimitri Corpakis’ Post

#EURegionsWeek Cohesion Policy seminar: AEIDL joining forces with RSA CPnet and JRC! On 9 October 2024, the Regional Studies Association Research Network on Cohesion Policy (#CPNet) and the EU Joint Research Centre REMO team are co-organising, as part of the EU Regions Week, a session on the future of #CohesionPolicy. The workshop, entitled “How to reconcile Growth and Convergence. Exploring the neglected dilemma of Cohesion Policy” will seek to address these key strategic questions: - Can cohesion policy promote overall growth while also delivering regional convergence? - Can the policy objectives co-exist under the policy remit without tensions? - Where should the balance lie between the two?   AEIDL will be facilitating this discussion among scholars and experts about equity-efficiency trade-offs faced by cohesion policy and avenues to address them. The topic will be addressed from both a theoretical and empirical perspective, by presenting work from academia, RSA #CPnet and the JRC REMO team. 📅 Wed 09/10/2024, 09:30 - 10:30 CET 🔑 Code: 09WS241668 📍 Albert Borschette Congress Center, Room AB-3A, Brussels Limited places. Register here by 31 August: https://lnkd.in/e7rsDUyk

Quo vadis, Cohesion Policy? European regional development is at a crossroads. It is challenged by a changing global landscape (war, competition, transitions) and needs to position itself among various trade-offs. In my new Policy Paper, I provide an overview of the ongoing debate: 1. The Quest of Cohesion Policy‘s mission 2. Narrowing fiscal space and doubts on effectiveness 3. Optimal Policy design in light of the RRF 4. Synergies with other policies You find the paper here: https://lnkd.in/evfkXVpT The future of Cohesion Policy is currently debated all over Europe. Yesterday and today we had interesting sessions at the RSA Europe conference in Florence (with lively interactive exchanges). The next weeks will be pivotal with fundamental decisions by the European Council. #Cohesion #CohesionPolicy #EU

It´s finally here.The biggest annual gathering of territorial development experts and policymakers in the world: the #EURegionsWeek AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development) joining forces with Regional Studies Association #CPNet & JRC European Commission REMO team. Honoured to facilitate our joint post-2027 Cohesion Policy seminar: "How to reconcile Growth and Convergence. Exploring the neglected dilemma of Cohesion Policy" 9 October 9.30amCET at Borschette Join Francesco Molica, Anabela Santos, Ida Musialkowska, Ugo Fratesi and me for a discussion on: * Can cohesion policy promote overall growth while also delivering regional convergence? * Can the objectives co-exist under the policy remit without tensions? * Where should the balance lie between the two? https://lnkd.in/etdKnZZn https://lnkd.in/eNdQ6dPh

🔍 EU Democracy Explained: The Role of the European Council 🔍 In the latest episode of TEPSA - Trans European Policy Studies Association series, Hugh Evans takes a deep dive into how national politicians shape the European Union. 🇪🇺 While they play a key role in the legislative process via the Council, there’s another vital institution that isn’t involved in law-making, yet drives the EU’s direction: the European Council. It’s where Heads of State and Government come together to tackle crises, set priorities, and shape the future of Europe. 🌍 In this episode, we unpack: 🗝️ The history of the European Council 🗝️ Why EUCO members meet 🗝️ Who else takes part 🗝️ How decisions are made Stay tuned to explore what truly makes the EU democratic! Watch the full explainer video - https://lnkd.in/ebrDxEHx #EUDemocracy #EuropeanCouncil #EUCO #TEPSA #PolicyExplained #EU

Academia vs real life. I'm always happy when an article comes out in the final issue of a journal with page numbers etc. This piece I've written in 2020. It was accepted July 2021... While the title now reads cumbersome. I still think the study makes an important contribution for understanding BRICS from the inside, exploring what value it offers for the five members at the time: domestic regime stability, protection against unwanted external interferences, multi-alignment foreign policy, boosting regional authority. https://lnkd.in/eae9MhnQ

https://lnkd.in/ddWiVqqM <<The European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) is a welcome instrument for participatory democracy at European level. Introduced by the Lisbon Treaty, it entered into force in 2012 and allows Europeans to make legislative proposals and participate in decision-making by connecting directly with EU institutions. It is a chance for members of the public to discuss and influence key policies and it sheds further light on the public's view of the EU's agenda and priorities. The ECI Day is an important forum and platform where registered and future ECI organisers and stakeholders can exchange information and experiences and present their initiatives and activities to the public. >> #ECI #ECIDay #EP #EU #ECAS #citizen #Brussels

As Marta Miączyńska points out “Enhancing collaboration across Europe and supporting research careers is vital for advancing research and innovation, which are key drivers of Europe's global competitiveness. By fostering partnerships among research institutions, businesses, and policymakers, we can tackle global challenges, enhance knowledge transfer, and support a sustainable future for Europe’s citizens,” said Marta Miączyńska, Director of IIMCB and Co-Chair of EU-LIFE. To ensure Europe's global competitiveness in #research and #innovation, EU-LIFE highlights five key actions for a stronger R&I ecosystem. These actions will help drive Europe forward in its strategic role. Read the full statement ➡️ https://lnkd.in/diuRSGUE

Mission-Driven Government is also essential for the effective localization of #SDGs and #sustainabledevelopment. As Mariana Mazzucato states, mission-driven government, based on an historically informed understanding of what policymakers are capable of doing for the common good, is critical in today’s world. While it need not follow a fixed path, it does call for fundamental changes to longstanding processes and assumptions, also at a local level, particularly moving substate governments to re-imagine their role and public policies strategic planning. https://lnkd.in/d6z3tF9p Deusto Business Diplomacy

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📢 Following of reports by #Letta, #Draghi and #Heitor Group, as well as the proposed missions of the new College of Commissioners — and in advance of the European Commission’s proposal for the next political and financial cycle, EU-LIFE points out 5 key actions to the European Commission, the Council of Europe and the Member States to ensure that #Research & #Innovation is empowered to contribute to competitiveness of European economy and to address global challenges. Read the full statement ➡️ https://lnkd.in/diuRSGUE #EUcompetitiveness #EuropeanResearch European Research Council (ERC) European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) Enrico Letta Manuel Heitor Manuel Heitor European Parliament