Europe

The upcoming European Parliament elections in June hold immense significance, shaping the continent's political landscape amid resurging geopolitical tensions and in times when war is back on the continent. The elections are projected to see a significant rightward shift that could deeply influence EU policies on climate.

French President, Macron, recently, emphasized Europe's need for strategic decisions on defence and economic independence in response to external pressures from Russia, China, and a disengaging US. His call for a robust independent defence underscores the broader geopolitical tensions influencing these elections. We ask our speakers to assess how this pivotal moment could reshape the European Union.

Speakers

Mujtaba Rahman leads and oversees Eurasia Group’s analytical and advisory work on Europe. Prior to joining Eurasia Group, Mujtaba worked at the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs and at the UK Treasury. He is an adjunct professor at New York University’s Stern Business School and Sciences-Po in…