BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ECR Group - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ECR Group X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ecrgroup.eu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ECR Group REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Brussels BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214 DTSTAMP:20260929T221214Z CREATED:20241211T095600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221214Z UID:9386-1733788800-1734134399@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:ECR Group Study Days\, Warsaw DESCRIPTION:From 10 – 13 December\, the European Conservatives and Reformists Group will host a series of Study Days in Warsaw. \nFrom Tuesday to Friday\, ECR MEPs will gather for study days in Warsaw\, Poland. Politicians\, policy experts and leading voices will come together to explore and discuss some of the most pressing challenges facing the European Union today: The rule of law in relation to freedom of expression and the EU’s core values in practice; the European Green Deal and a new wave of potential farmer protests; protecting external borders amid the weaponisation of migration and increasing migratory pressures; the chances of making the EU competitive again; the need for modern transport infrastructure in new member states and the example of the Central Communication Port (CPK); internet freedom and regulation; and whether there is still room for the family in the European social model. The study days will serve as a platform for cooperation between those who advocate a more pragmatic\, conservative approach in Europe\, aiming for an EU that focuses on doing less but doing it better. \nWhen: Tuesday – Friday \nWhere: Warsaw\, Poland URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/ecr_group_study_days_warsaw-_december_10_13/ LOCATION:Warsaw\, Poland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/study_days_website.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T130000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221212Z CREATED:20250108T135900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221212Z UID:9417-1736938800-1736946000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Conference: The price of weakness DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, ECR MEP Reinis POZŅAKS will host a high-level conference\, “The price of weakness”. \nWhile Ukraine is paying the ultimate price\, Europe continues to talk. It’s time to turn words into action. \nThe conference will bring together top speakers to discuss how Europe should respond to the ongoing war in Ukraine and key strategies to address Russian aggression in 2025. \nThe conference will feature two panel discussions—one focusing on military strategies and the other on societal impacts. \nAdditionally\, a short 20-minute film by Ukrainian producers will be screened. The film Nadija is a true story about a Ukrainian woman who loses her parents and fiancé during the full-scale invasion. Alone and expecting a child\, she shows incredible strength and resilience\, symbolizing the courage of Ukrainians. \nThe conference will be held in the European Parliament\, room SPAAK 7C50. \nThe conference will also include a social media campaign in collaboration with European human rights organizations. This campaign will spread awareness about the event and encourage people to download the Ukrainian air raid siren app to experience the daily fear Ukrainians live with. \nThe event will be live-streamed on the ECR Group’s Facebook page. \nAGENDA: \n\n10:00 – registration\n11:00 – Opening Remarks\, Reinis Pozņaks MEP\n11:10 – Defence Roundtable: Strengthening Europe’s Backbone\, Lessons from Ukraine’s Defence\n11:50 – Film Screening “Nadija”\n12:10 – Social Roundtable: Broken lives\, The human cost of social injustice in war\n12:50 – Closing remarks \n\nSpeakers: \n• Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga\, Former President of Latvia \n• Deniz M. Dirisu\, OSINT Expert \n• Oleksandra Matviichuk\, Ukrainian Human Rights Lawyer \n• Mariam Lambert\, CEO of Emile Foundation \n• Sean Bell\, Military Analyst \n• Jessica Berlin\, Political Analyst \n• Roman Sheremeta\, Professor of Economics URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/conference_the_price_of_weakness/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Untitled_design.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T183000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221208Z CREATED:20250113T094100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221208Z UID:9420-1736951400-1736965800@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Belarusian Conference: Cross-Party Forum “8+100” DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, ECR MEP Małgorzata Gosiewska will host the second sitting of the Cross-Party Forum “8 + 100”. \n8+100 is a platform fostering cooperation between Belarusian democratic forces and European political parties. \nThe event is organised by MEP and Chair of the delegation for relations with Belarus\, Małgorzata Gosiewska\, the ECR Group and the office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. \nThe Cross-Party Forum “8+100” unites eight Belarusian democratic parties dissolved by the Lukashenka regime and over 100 European political parties supporting the legitimate democratic forces of Belarus. \nOn December 6\, 2023\, during the first forum\, they sent a clear message to Belarusians: we continue to live\, work\, and act! \nThe second forum will discuss strategies to support a democratic Belarus\, address the humanitarian crisis of political prisoners\, and explore opportunities for Belarusians in exile. \nInterpretation will be available in English\, Polish and Belarusian. \nThe event will take place at 14:30 – 18:30 in room SPAAK 1A2\, in the European Parliament. \nBelarusian participants in the forum include: \n\nBelarusian Christian Democracy\nBelarusian Popular Front Party\nBelarusian Social Democratic Party (Hramada)\nMovement “For Freedom”\nNarodnaya Hramada\n“Our party” \nParty “Razam”\nUnited Civil Party\n\nDRAFT AGENDA \n14.30 – 15.00 Opening of the Forum. Welcome speeches \nRepresentatives of the main EP political groups (Presidents or VP of the groups)\, leaders of the European Parties and the representative(s) of the Forum organisers: \n• Sviatłana Tsikhanouskaya \n• Małgorzata Gosiewska (ECR) \n• Karin Karlsbro (Renew) \n• Juozas Olekas (Speaker of the Seimas) \n\n \nWorking panels \n15.00 – 15.45 -Non-Elections 2025: strategies and tactics of Belarusian democratic forces and the international community \n• Adam Bielan\, MEP (ECR) \n• Petras Austrevicius MEP (RENEW) \n• Jury Hubarevič\, “Movement For Freedom.” \n• Dimitri Tskitishvili\, Georgian MP\, “For Georgia.” \n15.45 – 16.30 Belarusian political prisoners: the challenge for all of Europe \n• Małgorzata Gosiewska\, MEP (ECR). \n• Thijs Reuten\, MEP (S&D) (tbc) \n• Yauheni Vilski\, “Narodnaya Hramada.” \n• Tatyana Kovalyonok\, “Razam” \n16.30 – 17.15 Problems and opportunities for Belarusians in exile: what can be done? \n• Mariusz Kamiński\, MEP (ECR). \n• Vital Rymašeŭski\, BChD. \n• Ihar Barysaŭ\, BSDP \n• Uladzimir Shantsau \n17.15 – 18.30 Summary of the Forum results by Adoption of the Forum final Resolution URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/belarusian_conference_cross_party_forum_8100/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cross_party.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250121T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250121T133000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221205Z CREATED:20250120T171200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221205Z UID:9424-1737466200-1737466200@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Conference: The Way Forward to Overcome the Automotive Crisis DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, The Fratelli d’Italia delegation in the ECR Group is hosting a high-level conference on the future of the automotive sector in Europe. \nThe event\, titled “Revving Up the Engine: The Way Forward to Overcome the Automotive Crisis” will provide key insights into the ongoing crisis in the automotive industry\, including the presentation of an exclusive ECR Group survey ‘Perception of the automotive sector’s crisis in Europe’ on how European citizens perceive the current challenges. \nThe guest speaker\, Adolfo Urso\, Italian Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy \, will provide an update on his “non-paper” on the automotive Sector. \nThe event will take place in room N 1.3\, European Parliament\, Strasbourg at 13:30. \nJournalists wishing to attend are kindly requested to register in advance. \nFor further information or to confirm attendance\, please contact: \nRaffaella Viglione: +39 339 6254 774; raffaella.viglione@europarl.europa.eu \nSpeakers: \n\nOpening remarks: Carlo Fidanza\, Head of the Fratelli d’Italia delegation in the European Parliament.\n\n\nPresentation of the results of the survery: Rado Fonda\, Polling Europe\n\n\nPresentation of ECR resolution key points:\n\nAlexandr Vondra\, ECR ENVI coordinator \nElena Donnazzan\, ITRE Vice Chair \nRoberts Zile\, ECR TRAN coordinator \nPietro Fiocchi\, ENVI Vice Chair \n\nPresentation of ‘non-paper’ at EU Council level:\n\nAdolfo Urso\, Italian Minister of Enterprise \n\nConclusions:\n\nPatryk Jaki\, ECR Co-Chair \nNicola Procaccini\, ECR Co-Chair URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/conference_the_way_forward_to_overcome_the_automotive_crisis/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IT_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250129T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221159Z CREATED:20250124T131500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221159Z UID:9432-1738141200-1738170000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Defending Western Values in the European Parliament DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, the Romanian delegation of the ECR Group will hold an all-day event on the urgent need to promote and defend Western values in a time of multiple crises and threats. \nA series of panel discussions will address issues of vital importance for the future of European and Western civilisation\, such as Migration\, jobs\, demography and housing in the European Union; New media channels and their impact on European politics; Washington and Brussels. United in the future; the EU and the Western Hemisphere. Cultural ties\, economic development and democratic cooperation; and Security and stability on the EU’s eastern borders. Speakers from around the world will be present. \nDefending Western Values in the European Parliament \nEuropean Parliament\, Room Spaak 5B1 \n09:00 – 10:00 – Opening remarks \nKeynote speakers: Patryk Jaki (Co-Chair\, ECR Group)\, Min. Amichai Chikli (Israel)\, Mateusz Morawiecki (President\, ECR Party\, Poland)\, Gheorghe Piperea (Vice- Chair\, ECR Group\, Romania)\, Marion Maréchal (Vice President\, ECR Party\, France)\, Carlo Fidanza (ECR MEP\, Head of the Italian Delegation)\, Raul Latorre Martinez (Paraguay) \n10:00 – 10:50 – ‘Migration\, Jobs\, Demographics and Housing in the European Union’ (ECR MEP Georgiana Teodorescu) \nSpeakers: Min. Amichai Chikli (Israel)\, George Simion (Leader of the AUR Party\, Romania)\, Ian Liddell Grainger (UK)\, Javier Villamor (Spain)\, Aurelijus Veriga (ECR MEP\, Lithuania)\, Geadis Geadi (ECR MEP\, Cyprus)\, Gian Luigi Ferretti (Italy)\, Michael Kleiner (Israel) \n11:00 – 11:50 – ‘New Media Channels and Their Influence on European Politics’ (ECR MEP Gheorghe Piperea) \nSpeakers: Charlie Weimers (Vice-Chair\, ECR Group\, Sweden)\, Hugo Acha (Bolivia/USA)\, Jaak Madison (ECR MEP\, Estonia)\, Yusuf Erim (USA)\, Andrej Poglajen (Slovenia)\, Ben Bergquam (USA)\, Sergio Velasco (Spain) \n12:00 – 12:50 – ‘Washington and Brussels – United in the Future’ (MEP Adrian Axinia) \nSpeakers: Stephen Bartulica (ECR MEP\, Croatia)\, Nicolas Bay (ECR MEP\, France)\, Ryszard Czarnecki (Poland)\, Timothy Constantine (USA)\, Rob Roos (Netherlands)\, Arkadiusz Mularczyk (ECR MEP\, Poland)\, Geoffrey Van Orden (UK)\, Vilhelm Junila (Finland)\, Ariel Kallner (Israel) \n14:30 – 15:20 – ‘EU and the Western Hemisphere – Cultural Ties\, Economic Development and Democratic Cooperation’ (ECR MEP Claudiu Târziu\, Head of the Romanian Delegation) \nSpeakers: David Campbell Bannerman (UK)\, Alejandro Pena Esclusa (Venezuela)\, Francesco Giubilei (Italy)\, Alvaro Penas (Spain)\, Juan Angel Soto Gomez (Spain)\, Debbie Georgatos (USA)\, Stanislav Jansky (Cehia)\, Pablo Davoli (Argentina)\, Roberto Vannacci (Italy)\, Mircia Chelaru (Romania \n15:30 – 16:20 – ‘Security and Democratic Stability on EU’s Eastern Borders’ (ECR MEP Șerban- Dimitrie Sturdza\, Romania) \nSpeakers: Cosmin Corendea (Romania)\, Kosma Zlotowski (ECR MEP\, Poland)\, Ciprian-Titi Stoica (Romania)\, Emmanouil Fragkos (ECR MEP\, Greece)\, Mihail Neamțu (Romania) \n16:30 – 17:00 – Conclusions URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/defending_western_values_in_the_european_parliament/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/western_values_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208 DTSTAMP:20260929T221157Z CREATED:20250131T094400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221157Z UID:9436-1738627200-1738972799@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:ECR Group Study Days\, Paris DESCRIPTION:From 4 – 7 February\, the European Conservatives and Reformists Group will host a series of Study Days in Paris. \nFrom Tuesday to Friday ECR MEPs will gather in Paris for a Study Days conference\, bringing together political leaders\, policy experts\, and intellectuals for in-depth discussions on how Europe’s traditions and culture can be safeguarded and strengthened in the face of growing political and social challenges. \nDiscussions will focus on the preservation and promotion of Europe’s cultural heritage and practices\, addressing the impact of cancel culture and efforts to preserve historical and artistic legacies. Another key theme will be the role of the family in shaping Europe’s future\, exploring how long-standing values can be upheld while adapting to modern realities. One session will focus on the relationships between different civilisations in a global and competitive era and the challenges we currently face in this context. \nParticipants will also explore the role of metapolitics in entrepreneurship\, analysing how political and cultural ideas influence business and innovation to strengthen European identities. Study Days provide an internal platform for strategic debate to discuss ideas and help shape the ECR Group’s approach to key policy challenges. \nWhen: Tuesday – Friday \nWhere: Paris\, France \nPress enquiries: Michael Strauss\, michael.strauss@europarl.europa.eu\, +32470882348 URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/ecr_group_study_days_paris/ LOCATION:Paris\, France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/study_days_evemt.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250210T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250210T180000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221154Z CREATED:20250206T143800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221154Z UID:9441-1739210400-1739210400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Opening ceremony of the exhibition - Foibe\, Tragedy and Exodus DESCRIPTION:On Monday evening\, ECR MEP Stefano Cavedagna will inaugurate the exhibition Foibe\, Tragedy and Exodus\, dedicated to the victims of the Foibe massacres and the exiles from Istria\, Fiume and Dalmatia. \nDespite the approval of Law 92/2004\, which established February 10 as the Giorno del Ricordo (Day of Remembrance) in Italy\, awareness of this tragedy remains limited. This exhibition will shed light on one of the most painful and often overlooked chapters of European history. \nSupported by the ECR Group and its Fratelli d’Italia delegation\, in collaboration with the Comitato 10 Febbraio and the Associazione Nazionale Venezia Giulia e Dalmazia\, this initiative brings the memory of the victims to international attention. \nThe inauguration will take place on Monday\, 10 February\, at 18:00 and the exhibition will remain open until 13 February at the Emilio Colombo Gallery\, European Parliament\, Strasbourg (WEISS 1st floor). \nThis exhibition is a significant commemoration\, helping to preserve the memory of the victims and exiles of the Foibe massacres. \nExhibition open until 13 February URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_opening_ceremony_of_the_exhibition_foibe_tragedy_and_exodus/ LOCATION:European Parliament\, Strasbourg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/locandina_orizzontale.pdf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250218T093000 DTEND:20250218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221151Z CREATED:20250212T153100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221151Z UID:9449-1739871000-1739883600@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Conference: “Faces of Russian captivity” & Exhibition: “Poland first to help” DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, ECR MEPs Michał Dworczyk\, Małgorzata Gosiewska\, and Adam Bielan will host Faces of Russian Captivity\, a conference dedicated to the dire situation of Ukrainian prisoners of war. \nOrganised in collaboration with Ukraine’s Ministry of Culture and Strategic Communications\, the Mission of Ukraine to the European Union and the European Policy Centre\, the event will feature testimonies from families of those currently held in Russian captivity. \nAs the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale\, illegal\, and unjustifiable war of aggression against Ukraine approaches\, the conference will highlight the urgent need for justice. The discussion will shed light on the devastating realities faced by prisoners of war and their families\, highlighting the profound human cost of this aggression. \nThe international community must ensure that Russia’s escalating war crimes are met with accountability under international law. \nFollowing the conference\, an exhibition Poland first to help\, will be inaugurated in the European Parliament. This exhibition showcases the extraordinary efforts of the Polish state and society in supporting Ukraine\, particularly in the early stages of the full-scale invasion. \nThe conference Faces of Russian captivity will take place in room SPAAK 7C50 at 9:30 – 12:15. \nThe exhibition Poland first to help will be opened at 12:30 – 13:00 at the SPINELLI Distribution Centre Area – 3D in the European Parliament. \nAgenda: \n9:30 – WELCOME REMARKS \n\nMichał Dworczyk\, MEP\nMałgorzata Gosiewska\, MEP\nAdam Bielan\, MEP\nH. E. Ambassador Vsevolod Chentsov\, Head of Mission of Ukraine to the EU\n\n9:40 – KEYNOTE SPEECH \n\nAndrii Nadzhos\, Deputy Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine\n\n9:50 – I. PANEL DISCUSSION \nUkrainian Prisoners of War. Military Band of the 36th Mariupol Infantry Brigade \nModerator \n\nAmanda Paul- Deputy Head of Europe in the World Programme and Senior Policy Analyst\, European Policy Centre\n\nPanellists \n\n Diana Tryma – advisor to the Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine\nFamily members of POW\nMaksym Butkevych\, human rights activist\, journalist and member of the Ukrainian military\n\n11:00 – II. PANEL DISCUSSION \nRussian war crimes committed in Ukraine during the full-scale war \nModerator \n\nAmanda Paul- Deputy Head of Europe in the World Programme and Senior Policy Analyst\, European Policy Centre\n\nPanellists \n\n Mykola Kuleba – Director of the Save Ukraine Foundation\n Tetiana Tipakova – Ukrainian civilian POW\, activist from Berdiansk\nTaras Matsiuk – Special Operations Forces (SSO) Ukraine\n Paweł Bobołowicz – editor of Czarne Niebo\, war correspondent\nRafał Dzięciołowski – former president of Polish Solidarity Fund\nOlha Cherniak- Ukrainian civilian POW\, activist\n\n12:00 – 12:10 Q&A SESSION URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/conference_faces_of_russian_captivity_exhibition_poland_first_to_help/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PL_delegation_image_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250304T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250304T123000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221147Z CREATED:20250228T065500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221147Z UID:9454-1741084200-1741091400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Russian Neo-Imperialism – The phenomenon of Russian aggressive ideology DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 4 March\, ECR MEPs Adam Bielan and Michał Dworczyk will host a discussion on Russian neo-imperialism and the aggressive ideology of “Ruscism.” \nOrganised in collaboration with the Mission of Ukraine to the EU\, the event will focus on strategies to counter Russia’s aggressive ideology. \nAs Russia’s threats to European stability and security persist\, this debate will bring together leading experts\, policymakers\, and MEPs to analyse the ideological foundations of Russian aggression and explore effective countermeasures. \nThe event will also feature the presentation of the book “Multidimensional Ruscism”\, with insights from experts such as Volodymyr Ohryzko\, former Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine\, Alim Aliev\, deputy director of the Ukrainian Institute and H.E. Mr Vsevolod Chentsov\, Head of the Mission of Ukraine to the European Union. \nA high-level panel of MEPs will also provide their perspectives\, followed by an open Q&A session. \nWhen: Tuesday 4 March @ 10:30 – 12:30 \nWhere: SPINELLI 5E2 URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_russian_neo_imperialism_the_phenomenon_of_russian_aggressive_ideology/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp_Image_2025-02-20_at_11.33.20.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250304T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250304T180000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221143Z CREATED:20250228T145800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221143Z UID:9458-1741104000-1741111200@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Eating Disorders\, Mental Health and EU Policies: Challenges and Future Perspectives DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, 4 March\, ECR MEP and European Parliament Vice President Antonella Sberna\, EPP MEP Maria Walsh\, and the European Food Forum will host a discussion on the EU’s approach to eating disorders\, mental health\, and their broader societal impacts. \nThe event will explore the regulatory landscape\, prevention strategies\, the role of social media\, and the integration of mental health and nutrition in EU policies. Experts\, including representatives from the European Commission and WHO\, will share insights on improving awareness\, accessibility\, and policymaking. \nThe event will examine the broader social factors influencing mental health\, such as education\, gender inequality\, poverty\, and unemployment\, highlighting the need for a comprehensive\, intersectoral approach to early intervention. It will also explore the role of social media and influencers in shaping youth behaviors\, particularly their impact on body image and unhealthy habits. \nDespite growing awareness and treatment options\, challenges like misinformation\, accessibility\, and societal norms continue to affect how eating disorders are understood and managed. By bringing together policymakers\, healthcare professionals\, and those affected\, this event aims to drive evidence-based\, forward-thinking solutions in regulation and healthcare\, reinforcing the European Food Forum’s commitment to prioritizing mental health. \nWhen: Tuesday @ 16:00 – 18:00 \nWhere: SPINELLI 5E3 \nDraft Agenda \nModerator: Filippo Giuffrida Répaci – Director at RadioCom.tv \n16:00 – 16:10 Opening Remarks by ⁠MEP Antonella Sberna and MEP Maria Walsh \n16:10 – 16:45 Panel Discussion 1: Regulatory Landscape on health-related policies – Eating Disorders and Mental Health \n16h45 – 17h50 Panel Discussion 2: Towards Future Solutions and Policies \n17h50 – 18h00 Closing Remarks by MEPs Antonella Sberna and Maria Walsh URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_eating_disorders_mental_health_and_eu_policies_challenges_and_future/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sberna_event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250305T100000 DTEND:20250305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221145Z CREATED:20250228T065800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221145Z UID:9455-1741168800-1741176000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Independent automotive sector - a way to sustainable and affordable transport DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday 5 March\, ECR MEP Kosma Złotowski and the European Garage Equipment Association will host an event focusing on the role of the independent automotive sector in maintaining competitive and accessible mobility solutions for European citizens and businesses. \nThe European automotive sector is at a crossroads. As the average age of vehicles rises and the cost of maintenance increases\, ensuring access to affordable and sustainable vehicle services is more crucial than ever. \nThis discussion will explore the future of the automotive industry in Europe from the perspective of SMEs providing maintenance services. It will also address new European Commission policies impacting the sector\, including mandatory fleet greening and the 2035 combustion engine ban. \nWhen: Wednesday 5 March @ 10:00-12:00 \nWhere: SPINELLI 1H1 \nAGENDA \n• 10:00 – 10:15: welcome Kosma Zlotowski –MEP \n• 10:15 – 10:45: Why does the independent automotive sector need access to in-vehicle data\, functions and resources? \n• 10:45 – 11:15: Role of periodical technical inspection in safer and greener road transport. pn measurement. \n• 11:15 – 11:45: Final remarks & discussion URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_independent_automotive_sector_a_way_to_sustainable_and_affordable_tra/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp_Image_2025-02-20_at_17.56.04.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250305T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250305T160000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221135Z CREATED:20250228T152400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221135Z UID:9459-1741183200-1741190400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Extremist networks and European security – Addressing the Threat of Samidoun and Masar Badil DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, 5 March\, ECR MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen\, together with Malik Azmani (Renew\, Netherlands)\, Antonio López-Istúriz White (EPP\, Spain)\, and Hannes Heide (S&D\, Austria)\, will host a conference on the threat posed by extremist organisations such as Samidoun and Masar Badil (‘The Palestinian Movement for the Alternative Path’) in Europe. \nBoth organisations support armed violence and resistance against Western democracies\, making them a significant security threat in Europe. Speakers at the conference include Imam Hassan Chalghoumi\, president of the Association of French Imams; Claude Moniquet\, director of the European Strategic Intelligence & Security Centre; and Ángel Mas\, president of Acom\, a Spanish organisation fighting anti-Semitism. \nTo register for this event\, email: fetsje.vanhoudt@europarl.europa.eu \nAgenda: \nHost: \n\nBert-Jan Ruissen MEP (ECR)\n\nCo-Hosts: \n\nMalik Azmani MEP (Renew) \nAntonio López-Istúriz White MEP (EPP) \nHannes Heide MEP (S&D)\n\nChair: \n\nPatricia Teitelbaum\, President IMPAC aisbl\n\nSpeakers: \n\nImam Hassan Chalghoumi Chair\, Conference of Imams of France \nClaude Moniquet Co-director\, European Strategic Intelligence & Security Centre \nAngel Mas President\, ACOM \nSacha Stawski (tbc) Chair\, Honestly Concerned \nMzahen Alsaloum (tbc) former intelligence analyst and HUMINT programs manager URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_extremist_networks_and_european_security_addressing_the_threat_of_sam/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ruissen_event_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250306T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221134Z CREATED:20250228T152800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221134Z UID:9460-1741269600-1741276800@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Financing our defence– The case for the defence\, security and resilience bank DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, ECR MEP and Chair of the Eastern Frontline Group\, Reinis Pozņaks will host a roundtable discussion on the need for a Defence\, Security and Resilience Bank (DSR Bank) to address underinvestment in Europe’s defence sector \nAs geopolitical tensions rise and global economic conditions shift\, ensuring stable and long-term defence financing has become a critical challenge. This discussion will explore how the proposed DSR Bank could provide low-interest loans for defence modernization\, facilitate equipment leasing\, support critical infrastructure\, and aid rebuilding efforts in conflict zones such as Ukraine. Expert guests include Robert Murray\, Senior Fellow\, Atlantic Council\, Former Head of NATO’s Intelligence\, Surveillance and Reconnaissance; Robbie Boyd CEO\, Encompass\, Brigadier General (Ret’d) British Armed Forces; and Rebecca Harding\, Senior Fellow\, British Foreign Policy Group. \nWhen: Thursday @ 14:00 – 16:00 \nWhere: SPINELLI 1H1 \nAgenda: \n14.00: Welcome Remarks: Reinis Poznaks ECR MEP\, Chairman & Founder\, Eastern Frontline Group\, SEDE Coordinator \n14.05: Keynote Speech: The Defence\, Security and Resilience Bank – What It Does & How It Works \nRobert Murray\, Senior Fellow\, Atlantic Council\, Former Head of NATO’s Intelligence\, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) \n14.15 I. ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION Financing Our Defence – The Case for the Defence\, Security and Resilience Bank \nModerator \nRobbie Boyd\, CEO\, Encompass\, Brigadier General (Ret’d) British Armed Forces \nSpeakers \nRobert Murray\, Senior Fellow\, Atlantic Council\, Former Head of NATO’s Intelligence\, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) \nRebecca Harding\, Senior Fellow\, British Foreign Policy Group \nReinis Poznaks\, MEP \nFollowed by Q & A Session URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_financing_our_defence_the_case_for_the_defence_security_and_resilienc/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/poznaks_event_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250311T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250311T080000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221130Z CREATED:20250307T134300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221130Z UID:9476-1741680000-1741680000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: round table on forced marriages and other related violence DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday morning\, ECR LIBE Coordinator Assita Kanko will hold a roundtable and breakfast meeting with survivors of forced marriage and marital captivity. \nThe roundtable is organised in collaboration with the ECR working group connecting and empowering female conservative leaders. \nThe meeting will focus on the horrible situation of ‘marital captivity’. The term describes a situation whereby a person is trapped in a forced marriage. In the vast majority of cases the trapped person is a woman and she cannot get a divorce from her abusive marriage because the marriage is concluded under religious law\, usually sharia law\, in a foreign country. \nMarital captivity is more common than you think\, especially in certain immigrant communities. The Netherlands is the first EU country that adopted legislation aimed at helping women in this situation. \nWe have invited several experts and witnesses who have experienced and escaped marital captivity in Europe. \nThe event will be attended by European Commissioner for Democracy\, Justice\, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection\, Michael McGrath and European Vice-President\, Antonella Sberna. \nThe meeting will take place on March 11 from 8:00 – 9:30 in the European Parliament\, Strasbourg. \nProgramme: \n– 08:00 – 08:10 Welcome and introductions \n– 08:10 to 09:00 Exchange of views with the witnesses and MEPs \n– 09:00 to 09:30 Conclusion and next steps URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_round_table_on_forced_marriages_and_other_related_violence/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp_Image_2025-03-14_at_15.07.15.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250312T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221132Z CREATED:20250305T125100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221132Z UID:9462-1741802400-1741809600@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Rebuilding Europe in the footsteps of Saint Benedict DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday 12 March\, ECR MEPs Marion Maréchal and Laurence Trochu will host a conference and discussion with American writer Rod Dreher\, on the theme of rebuilding Europe in the footsteps of Saint Benedict. \nRod Dreher\, who describes himself as ‘a believing Christian and a committed conservative’\, is the author of several books\, including the acclaimed essay The Benedict Option\, published in the United States in 2017 and translated into several languages. His latest book\, Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age\, has just been published. \nThe discussion will explore how the principles of Saint Benedict\, particularly those of faith\, community\, and cultural preservation\, can serve as a foundation for rebuilding Europe in an era of political and social upheaval. \nEuropean Parliament Vice-President Antonella Sberna will conclude the event. \nAfter the conference\, Rod Dreher will be signing his latest book. \nInterpretation will be available in English; French; Italian; Polish. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_rebuilding_europe_in_the_footsteps_of_saint_benedict/ LOCATION:European Parliament\, Strasbourg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/FR_delegation_meeting.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250318T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221127Z CREATED:20250314T075100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221127Z UID:9473-1742306400-1742320800@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Brain Health Plans Summit DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, 18 March\, MEP Aurelijus Veryga\, ECR deputy coordinator for the European Parliament’s Public Health Committee\, will host the Brain Health Plans Summit. \nOrganised in collaboration with the European Brain Council\, this event will focus on the establishment of national brain health plans to address the burden of brain disorders—both neurological and mental. This event aims to highlight recent developments in the establishment of national brain strategies in Europe and beyond\, in line with the WHO’s call for Member States to commit to addressing the burden of brain disorders in a cohesive manner by 2030-2031. It will serve as a platform for showcasing success stories and best practices\, fostering knowledge exchange\, encouraging brainstorming\, and facilitating the development of additional brain health plans. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_brain_health_plans_summit/ LOCATION:European Parliament – European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) Building\, MTS30 (Rue Montoyer 30) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NHWBH_-_Brain_Health_Plans_Summit_-_Aurelijus_Veryga.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250323 DTSTAMP:20260929T221117Z CREATED:20250319T131700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221117Z UID:9444-1742428800-1742687999@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Rooted Principles\, Stronger Future DESCRIPTION:Rooted Principles\, Stronger Future: The Heritage of Saint Benedict in the Values of European Conservatism \nOn Thursday and Friday 20 and 21 March 2025 in Subiaco\, Italy—a place of deep spiritual and cultural significance for Europe—ECR MEPs will gather for the event “Rooted Principles\, Stronger Future: The Heritage of Saint Benedict in the Values of European Conservatism” to discuss and reaffirm the core values of their political family. \nSubiaco is home to the Sanctuary of the Sacro Speco (Holy Cave)\, one of the most significant places of Benedictine spirituality dating back almost a thousand years. \nThe Benedictine monks were the first to understand the importance of the preservation and transmission of knowledge. Via the official “Rule”\, in their scriptoria\, the monks copied sacred and profane texts by hand\, thus providing an essential contribution to the preservation and spread of European culture and heritage. \nDuring the two-day event\, ECR MEPs will take part in the yearly town celebrations in honour of Benedict\, Saint Patron of Europe. \nOn the morning of Friday 21 March\, the main day of the celebrations\, the ECR Group will welcome former ECR Co-Chair\, Professor Ryszard Legutko\, for a lectio magistralis on the topic of European identity. \nIn a time when Europe’s cultural and intellectual foundations are increasingly challenged by radical ideological movements\, the ECR Group will stand strong in reaffirming the enduring values that have shaped European civilization. \nProgramme: \nThursday\, 20 March \n\n17:00: Celebration of the Holy Mass at the Sacro Speco of Subiaco\, with the traditional coronation of the statue of Saint Benedict.\n\nFriday\, 21 March \n\n11:00: ECR Conference at Teatro Narzio\n\no Opening remarks by Antonella Sberna\, Vice President of the European Parliament \no Lectio Magistralis by Prof. Ryszard Legutko\, philosopher and former Co-President of the ECR group. \no Roundtable discussion with Members of the European Parliament. \n\n16:00 – 19:30: Solemn celebrations in honour of Saint Benedict\, Patron of Europe.\n\no Procession of the Patron Saint through the town’s streets\, starting from the Basilica of Saint Andrew the Apostle\, followed by a Solemn Eucharistic Celebration. \no Performance by local marching bands. \no Institutional moment with representatives of the Italian Government\, the Italian and European Parliaments\, and local authorities\, including a message by Roberta Metsola\, President of the European Parliament. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_rooted_principles_stronger_future1/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/subiaco.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250320T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250320T110000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221120Z CREATED:20250314T132700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221120Z UID:9475-1742468400-1742468400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Sexual and gender-based violence during the Hamas October 7 attack on Israel DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, ECR MEP Kristoffer Storm will welcome Professor Ruth Halperin-Kaddari to the European Parliament. \nProfessor Halperin-Kaddari will give a lecture on the disturbing sexual and gender-based violence that occurred during the Hamas October 7 attack on Israel. \nProfessor Halperin-Kaddari is a renowned Israeli legal scholar specialising in international women’s rights. She is also the author of The Dinah Project\, which has been instrumental in advocating for the recognition of and justice for victims of sexual violence in conflict. This discussion will shed light on the horrific abuses women suffered during the attack and provide an opportunity to explore how the EU should respond to such atrocities in the future. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_sexual_and_gender_based_violence_during_the_hamas_october_7_attack_on/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Storm_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T113000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221112Z CREATED:20250323T091400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221112Z UID:9479-1742896800-1742902200@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: When negligence kills DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, 25 March\, MEPs from the ECR Spanish delegation\, Nora Junco García and Diego Solier\, will host the event “When Negligence Kills”\, dedicated to the devastating floods of October 2024 that struck Eastern Spain. \nThe discussion will explore the chronology of events\, the perspective of civil society\, and the crucial role of volunteers in the disaster response. It will also examine what could have been done differently and the ongoing search for accountability. The event will feature testimonies from volunteers\, members of civil society\, and those directly impacted by the negligence of the authorities\, as well as voices from individuals who have taken action in the wake of the tragedy. \nAgenda: \n10:00 Introduction \n10:15 Civil Society \n\nTime line of events\nThe catastrophe as seen from the outside\nvolunteer movements\n\n10:30 Project on the back burner \n\nWhat could have been done\nA world without responsibilities \nWhen helping stops to be news\nProposals for the future \n\n11:30 Conclusion URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_when_negligence_kills/ LOCATION:European Parliament ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/spanish_delegation.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T123000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221110Z CREATED:20250324T091300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221110Z UID:9480-1742896800-1742905800@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Innovative medicines: Not for small Member States? DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, 25 March\, ECR MEP Aurelijus Veryga will host the event “Innovative Medicines: Not for Small Member States?” \nMany EU Member States are facing growing challenges in ensuring the accessibility\, availability\, and affordability of costly innovative medicines. \nThis discussion will bring together policy experts\, EU stakeholders\, healthcare professionals\, and representatives from pharmaceutical companies to discuss key questions surrounding healthcare equity in Europe. \nInterpretation will be available in EN; PL; IT; LT. \nAgenda: \n10:00 – 10:10 Welcome: Aurelijus Veryga\, ECR MEP\, LT \n10:10- 10:30 Perspective of the Member States and European Union institutions: Voluntary cooperation of Member States in joint procurement of medicinal products \n\nOlivér Várhelyi\, Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare \n\n Availability and regulation of medicines in the European Union. Can the European Union initiate joint procurement of medicines? \n\nVice-Minister Daniel Naumovas\, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Lithuania\nKonstanty Radziwill\, former Minister of Health\, Poland\nGeorgios Ioannides\, Cyprus Deputy Permanent Representative to the EU\, COREPER\nOlivier Girard\, Head of Unit\, Counter-Measures\, European Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA)\nSteffen Thirstrup\, Chief Medical Officer\, European Medicines Agency\, Questions & Answers\n\nDifficulties and challenges due to the lack of innovative medicines? \n\nProfessor Tomas Lapinskas\, Director for Public Health\, Research and Education\, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Clinics\nProfessor Olivija Dobiliene\, Head of Ischaemic heart disease department\, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Clinics\nNeringa Ciakiene\, Director Lithuanian Cancer Patient Coalition\nSophie Turner\, Director Empowered By Us\, Rare disease advocacy \n\nHow to solve the shortage of innovative medicines? \n\nAdrian van den Hoven\, Director General of Medicines for Europe\nWaldemar Buda\, ECR\, PL\nRuggero Razza\, ECR\, IT\nMichalis Hadjipantela\, EPP\, CY URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_innovative_medicines_not_for_small_member_states/ LOCATION:European Parliament ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/veryga_updated.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250327T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221115Z CREATED:20250319T155400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221115Z UID:9481-1743069600-1743076800@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Status of Nuclear Fusion Research - Timing and development opportunities in Europe DESCRIPTION:On Thursday 27 March\, ECR Co-Chair Nicola Procaccini will host a conference focusing on the current status of nuclear fusion research in Europe\, exploring both the timing and development opportunities available. \nThe event will feature contributions from representatives of DG Energy and the Fusion Industry Association. A key highlight will be the discussion of findings from a recent report authored by Professor Piero Martin\, a distinguished Professor of Experimental Physics at the University of Padua. \nProfessor Martin’s research centers on plasma physics and nuclear fusion\, and his latest study examines the maturity of nuclear fusion research and its potential role in facilitating a secure\, sustainable\, and innovative energy transition. As Europe seeks to enhance its energy security\, reduce reliance on external energy sources\, and meet ambitious climate targets\, this discussion is particularly timely. \nAgenda: \nIntroductory remarks: \n• MEP Nicola Procaccini \n• MEP Letizia Moratti \nInterventions by \n• Mr Benoît Fourestié\, Acting Head of Unit DG ENER – European Commission \n• Professor Piero Martin\, Department of Physics and Astronomy – University of Padua \n• Mr Cyrille Mai Thanh\, Director EU Affairs-Fusion Industry Association URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_status_of_nuclear_fusion_research_timing_and_development_opportunitie/ LOCATION:European Parliament ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/procaccini_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250331T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250331T180000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221107Z CREATED:20250328T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221107Z UID:9485-1743444000-1743444000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Combating Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, 18:00\, ECR MEPs are organising a public event focused on cross-border cooperation and external border control in the fight against human trafficking. \nPromoted by ECR MEP Carlo Fidanza the event will open with remarks by Alessandro Ciriani MEP\, Vice-Coordinator of the ECR Group in the Committee on Civil Liberties\, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE). The discussion will be moderated by journalist and Formiche.net columnist Francesco De Palo. Participants will examine EU migration policy\, recent progress on transborder cooperation in tackling trafficking networks\, and the need to reinforce the EU’s external borders and engagement with third countries. \nThe event will be livestreamed on the Facebook and YouTube channels of the Italian ECR Delegation in the European Parliament. \nSpeakers: \n• Alessandro Ciriani\, MEP\, ECR Deputy Coordinator (LIBE) – Introductory Remarks \n• Francesco De Palo\, Journalist (Formiche.Net) – Moderator \n• Carlo Fidanza\, Head of FdI-ECR Delegation \n• Nicolas Bay\, MEP \n• Gianni Berrino\, Senator for Liguria and Schengen Committee Member \n• Sara Kelany\, Member of the Italian Parliament and Head of the Immigration Department of Fratelli d’Italia \n• Edmondo Cirielli\, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy – Closing Remarks \nWhen: Monday @ 18:00 \nWhere; WEISS N3.2\, EP Strasbourg URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_stopping_trafficking_cross_border_cooperation_and_external_border_con/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fidanza_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250402T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221105Z CREATED:20250331T161000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221105Z UID:9487-1743609600-1743609600@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Bureaucracy\, unjustified subsidies\, waste… do we need a ‘euro-DOGE’? DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, the ECR French delegation will host a conference to discuss European public spending. \nThe discussion will feature several ECR MEPs\, who will address concerns over poor European public spending and its impact on democracy. \n \nAgenda: \n \nIntroduction by Marion Maréchal\, MEP (FR) \n \nPanel 1: The poor spending of European public funds is a democratic problem \nModerator: Guillaume Peltier (FR) \n \n \n \n– New own resources\, an additional burden for taxpayers and a risk of federalization: Patryk Jaki\, MEP (PL) \n– The dangers of bureaucracy: Stephen Bartulica (MEP\, HR) \n– European subsidies in favour of Islamism: Nicolas Bay (MEP\, FR) \n \nQuestions/Answers \n \nPanel 2: When poor spending drives out good spending \nModerator: Laurence Trochu (MEP\, FR) \n \n– How the Commission funds ‘wokeism’: Dick Erixon (MEP\, SE) \n– Excessive spending for the benefit of third countries: Kristoffer Storm (MEP\, DK) \n– The scandal of GreenGate and “Green” Spending: Marco Squarta (MEP\, IT) \n \nQuestions/Answers \n \nConclusion by Johan Van Overtveldt (MEP\, BE) president of the BUDG committee. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_bureaucracy_unjustified_subsidies_waste-_do_we_need_a_euro_doge/ LOCATION:European Parliament\, Strasbourg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DOGE_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250408T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250408T153000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221058Z CREATED:20250404T074700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221058Z UID:9492-1744120800-1744126200@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: Quo Vadis\, Albania? Between Democracy and Authoritarianism DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 8 April\, at 14:00\, ECR MEP Arkadiusz Mularczyk and Former Vice-President of the European Parliament Ryszard Czarnecki\, along with Mr. Juxhin Gjoni from the Eugenius Foundation are hosting a discussion on Albania’s democratic trajectory. \nOn 11 May 2025\, Albania will hold its third national elections since the Socialist Party came to power in 2013. This is a crucial moment for Albania’s future and its path towards European integration. \nIn recent years\, there have been growing challenges in Albania’s democratic process. Concerns have been raised regarding electoral transparency\, the functioning of state institutions\, and the influence of organised groups on the political landscape. The 14 May 2023 local elections sparked controversy and raised questions about the integrity of the electoral process. The Democratic Party of Albania has documented cases of irregularities\, highlighting the need for further efforts to ensure fully free and fair elections. \nAlbania stands at a crossroads: will it strengthen its path toward a democratic and European future\, or will obstacles arise that may distance it from this course? Collaborative efforts among democratic forces\, civil society\, and international partners can help enhance electoral transparency\, strengthen institutions\, and support Albania’s European aspirations. \nDuring this event\, guests will analyse past challenges and discuss ways to further support Albania’s democratic path and its progress towards European integration. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_quo_vadis_albania_between_democracy_and_authoritarianism/ LOCATION:European Parliament ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/quo_vadis.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250408T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250408T153000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221056Z CREATED:20250404T075100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221056Z UID:9493-1744126200-1744126200@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Security and Justice in the AI ERA – challenges and opportunities for image and video forensics DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 8 April at 15:30\, ECR MEPs Francesco Torselli and Elena Donazzan will host a roundtable discussion to explore the challenges and opportunities emerging from the use of AI technologies in the field of digital evidence. \nThe event is organised in collaboration with Amped Software\, an Italian company and global leader in forensic image and video analysis. \nThe discussion will highlight the pressing need for greater awareness and specialised training for law enforcement professionals working with digital forensic tools. \nIt will focus on supporting both seasoned investigators and those with limited technical expertise in navigating the evolving landscape of digital forensics—ensuring that justice and security are upheld in an AI-driven era. \nSpeakers: \nIntroductory remarks: \n\nFrancesco Torselli\, MEP (IT)\nElena Donazzan\, MEP (IT)\n\nDiscussion: \n\nMartino Jerian\, CEO and founder of Amped Software\nStephen Kavanagh\, Secretary General International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children\nGiovanni Tessitore\, Senior Technical Director of Italian State Police\, Scientific Police Service \nDr Enrico Gavagnin\, City Councillor and inspector of state police in Venice\nArianna Lepore\, Coordinator\, Global Initiative on Electronic Evidence\, Terrorism Prevention Branch\nGiuseppe Zuffanti\, European Security and Defence College \n\nTopics: \n\nEducation and awareness about video evidence and importance of using proper tools\nPotentials and challenges of AI on image and video forensics\nThe impact of the AI Act on image and video forensics\nMajor issues related to deepfakes\, including AI-generated CSAM URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/security_and_justice_in_the_ai_era_challenges_and_opportunities_for_image_a/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/AI_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250409T110000 DTEND:20250409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221052Z CREATED:20250409T085000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221052Z UID:9496-1744196400-1744203600@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: The Russian Challenge - Building Coalitions of the Willing DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, ECR MEP and Chairman of the Eastern Frontline Group\, Reinis Poznaks\, will host a roundtable discussion focusing on building a coalition of the willing in the face of Russia aggression in Europe. \nAs the EU defines its long-term role in global security\, MEPs are increasingly called to shape clear and credible positions on Russia\, Ukraine\, and the future Euro-Atlantic security architecture. This high-level discussion presents a concise\, evidence-based overview of Russia’s internal dynamics and the strategic options ahead for the EU and NATO. \nAgenda: \n11:00 Welcome Remarks \nReinis Poznaks \, MEP\, Chairman & Founder\, Eastern Frontline Group\, SEDE Coordinator\, Latvia \n11:05 Special Remarks \nThe Russian Challenge – A Polish German Call for a New Russia Policy \nRobert Pszczel\, Senior Fellow\, Centre for Eastern Studies\, Former Director of NATO Information Office in Moscow \nRalf Fuchs\, Managing Director\, Zentrum Liberale Moderne \n11:15 Roundtable Discussion \nThe Russian Challenge – Building Coalitions of the Willing \nModerator: Robert Pszczel\, Senior Fellow\, Centre for Eastern Studies\, Former Director of NATO Information Office in Moscow \nSpeakers: \nMaria Sannikova-Franck\, Programme Director\, Russia Team\, Zentrum Liberale Moderne \nIwona Wiśniewska\, Senior Fellow\, Centre for Eastern Studies \nRalf Fuchs\, Managing Director\, Zentrum Liberale Moderne \nMaria Domańska\, Senior Fellow\, Centre for Eastern Studies \nFollowed by Q & A Session URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_the_russian_challenge_building_coalitions_of_the_willing/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/poznaks_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221049Z CREATED:20250411T091600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221049Z UID:9498-1745919000-1745928000@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Event: The Russian-Iranian alignment and its threat to European interests DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, 29 April\, ECR MEP Rihards Kols and the European Leadership Network will host a high-level policy event\, focusing on the growing authoritarian cooperation between Russia and Iran. \nPolicymakers\, security practitioners and expert will gather to assess the implications of this evolving threat for Europe’s security. With a particular focus on the Baltics\, Israel\, and Ukraine\, the conference will address how Russian and Iranian malign activities — from cyber and intelligence operations to military and energy coercion — endanger European interests\, NATO cohesion\, and democratic resilience. \nThe event will be held in SPINELLI 5E2. \n\n \nAgenda: \n\n \n\nExpert panel on Russia as the primary existential threat and Iran as an emerging strategic challenge.\nDiscussions on hybrid warfare\, regional destabilization\, energy security\, and cyber threats.\nInsights into actionable strategies to counter this malign axis.\n\n\n \n\n \nSpeakers: \n\n \n\nJames Sherr OBE — Honorary Fellow\, International Centre for Defence and Security (ICDS)\, Tallinn; leading expert on Russia\, Ukraine\, and European security.\nDr. Sarah Fainberg — Senior Researcher\, Tel Aviv University; expert on Russian and Chinese policy in the Middle East.\nEdward Hunter Christie — Senior Research Fellow\, Finnish Institute of International Affairs (FIIA); former NATO official.\nDr. Joris Van Bladel — Senior Associate Fellow\, Egmont Institute; specialist in Russian military culture and strategic thinking. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/event_the_russian_iranian_alignment_and_its_threat_to_european_interests/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/iran.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250507T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221045Z CREATED:20250512T090248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221045Z UID:6260-1746633600-1746644400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Libya and Mediterranean Migratory Routes DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, the French delegation of the ECR Group will host a high-level conference and panel discussion addressing the challenges of migration and security in the Mediterranean\, with a particular focus on Libya and regional cooperation. \nBringing together European policymakers\, security experts\, and representatives from Libya\, the event will offer a platform for dialogue on the evolving dynamics of migratory routes and the need for coordinated responses at the EU’s southern borders. The conference will take place in room WEISS N1.3 in the European Parliament\, Strasbourg\, from 16:00 – 19:00. \nInterpretation will be provided in EN; FR; IT; ES; PL; RO; AR \nProgramme of Speakers: \n• Ruggero Razza\, Member of the European Parliament\, Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the Maghreb \n• Diego Solier\, Member of the European Parliament\, Member of the Subcommittee on Security and Defence (SEDE) \n• Antonio Tânger Corrêa\, Member of the European Parliament\, former Ambassador of Portugal to Egypt\, Jordan\, Sudan\, and Eritrea \n• Meriadec Raffray\, Journalist \nLibyan Delegation: \n• Rashid Jahider\, Director of the State Department for International Relations \n• Ali Mosa\, Elected Representative of Janzour \n• Naser Albakay\, Libyan Security Expert URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/libya-and-mediterranean-migratory-routes/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/libya_event.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T121500 DTSTAMP:20260929T221043Z CREATED:20250512T090040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221043Z UID:6257-1747127700-1747138500@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:The End of World War II and the Crimes of Communism DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, ECR MEP Stephen Bartulica will host a conference on the crimes committed by communist regimes after World War II\, with a particular focus on former Yugoslavia. \nTopics will include the Bleiburg massacre\, the Way of the Cross\, the persecution of Cardinal Stepinac\, and the broader repression of nations in the region. The event will provide an opportunity to discuss the consequences of totalitarian regimes and the importance of historical memory. \nThe conference will be followed by a photo exhibition dedicated to the crimes of communism in Croatia and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The exhibition will be available to view from May 13 – 16. \nConference \nWhen: Tuesday @ 9:15 – 12:15 \nWhere: SPINELLI 1H1 \n \nExhibition \nWhen: Inauguration\, Tuesday @ 12:30 \nWhere: SPINELLI 3G Exhibition Area \nConference Agenda: \n09:15 – 10:30: First panel – Crimes of Communism; A Historical Overview (Eric Patterson\, US Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation; Martina Grahek-Ravancic and Mario Jareb\, Croatian Insitute of History; Hrvoje Mandic\, Historian) \n10:30 – 10:45: Coffee break \n10:45 – 12:15: Second panel – Victims of Communism: Where is Justice? (Tihomir Dujmovic\, Journalist; Monika Stedul\, personal testimony; Josip Mihaljevic\, Croatian Institute of History; Renata Kelam\, local councillor ) URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/the-end-of-world-war-ii-and-the-crimes-of-communism/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WhatsApp_Image_2025-05-06_at_10.52.14.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T150000 DTSTAMP:20260929T221041Z CREATED:20250512T085715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221041Z UID:6253-1747139400-1747148400@ecrgroup.eu SUMMARY:Exhibiton on General Maczek - The armed heart of Polish emigration DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, ECR MEP Bogdan Rzońca will open a new exhibition in the European Parliament honouring General Stanisław Maczek\, commander of one of Poland’s most distinguished military units. \nHis forces fought in three major campaigns—from Poland in 1939 to France in 1940\, and finally in the Allied liberation of Western Europe in 1944–45. The exhibition highlights General Maczek’s pivotal role in liberating Dutch and Belgian cities such as Ypres\, Ghent\, and Breda. It also sheds light on the fate of Polish soldiers who\, after the war\, could not return home due to the communist takeover of Poland. Through rare photographs and historical commentary\, the exhibition offers a human perspective on the trials\, courage\, and camaraderie of soldiers on the Western Front. URL:https://ecrgroup.eu/event/exhibiton-on-general-maczek-the-armed-heart-of-polish-emigration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecrgroup.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WhatsApp_Image_2025-05-08_at_13.15.22.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR