17, 18, 19 & 20 NOVEMBER 2025
EUROPEAN BUSINESS SUMMIT
CHOOSE EUROPE: FOR A RESILIENT AND COMPETITIVE FUTURE
EUROPEAN BUSINESS SUMMIT 2025 – 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
For a quarter-century, the European Business Summit has stood at the crossroads of Europe’s political,
economic, and social discourse, convening visionary leaders across sectors to shape the continent’s
future. This year, as Europe chooses to invest in itself, the Summit’s significance reaches new heights.
To stay competitive and autonomous, Europe must nurture and protect its research and startup
ecosystem and build new European Champions—driving innovation that not only strengthens the EU’s
global position but also transforms ideas into solutions that transform the European Union.
RESILIENCE THROUGH STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
Resilience today transcends recovery – it demands proactive readiness. To thrive amid ongoing
disruption, Europe must channel investment into future-proof industries, agile infrastructure, and
forward-thinking regulation. Strengthening supply chains, diversifying energy portfolios, and cultivating
indigenous innovation and talent will be instrumental in forging an economy that not only endures
shocks but emerges more robust.
DRIVING COMPETITIVENESS IN A TRANSFORMING GLOBAL LANDSCAPE
Sustaining Europe’s competitive edge requires decisive coordination, transparency, and bold
leadership. A harmonised regulatory framework, enhanced cross-border collaboration, and targeted
support for high-growth sectors will empower startups and established players alike. At the heart of
Europe’s economic model must lie innovation, digitalisation, and sustainability - principles that set the
global benchmark for responsible and forward-looking economic leadership.
STRATEGIC AUTONOMY FOR A STRONGER EUROPE
Strategic autonomy is about equipping Europe with the capabilities to act decisively and independently
on the global stage. By mitigating vulnerabilities, deepening strategic alliances, and leading in critical
technologies, the EU can shape its destiny. A coherent industrial strategy will safeguard European
interests, uphold shared values, and reinforce the EU’s position as a leader of global norms.
A MILESTONE EDITION FOR EUROPE’S FUTURE
This landmark 25th anniversary edition of the European Business Summit will convene an unparalleled
group of policymakers, business leaders, academics, and civil society actors. Together, they will chart a
course to ensure that European talent stays, and secure Europe’s leadership in an ecosystem where
ideas, talent, and capital drive sustainable growth and autonomy. EBS 2025 will help build a resilient,
competitive, and strategically autonomous Europe – ready to lead confidently in a complex and rapidly
evolving world.
CONTACT - Claudia Moratilla Lis - Programme Manager -
[email protected] - T +32 (0) 2 645 3 487
NATALIA KEARNEY FANG
PROGRAMME ASSISTANT
+32 (0)2 349 35 91
[email protected]
ebsummits.eu
CELEBRATING ITS
25 ANNIVERSARY
TH
17-18-19-20 November
Mr. Erkki Keldo
Minister for Economic Affairs and
Industry
Suur-Ameerika 1,
10122 Tallinn, Estonia
Brussels, 15th July 2025
Subject: Invitation – European Business Summit – 17th-20th November 2025
Dear Minister Keldo,
I have the pleasure to invite you to participate in the 25th edition of our flagship event, the European
Business Summit (EBS). It will take place on 17th-20th November 2025 at the Egmont Palace in
Brussels, enabling exclusive in person networking moments with hundreds of participants.
On the theme “Choose Europe: For a Resilient and Competitive Future”, the Summit will foster
public-private collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and civil society. With
global dynamics growing more complex, the Summit will explore how the EU can secure the bloc’s
future, fostering a more resilient and competitive society. From investing in cutting-edge industries to
recalibrating external partnerships, the Summit will take a holistic approach to European strategic
autonomy across industries.
We would be delighted to benefit from your participation in one of our high-level sessions, which will
be moderated by our media partners (FT, WSJ, Bloomberg TV, CNBC). We thank you for your
consideration and hope that we will be able to benefit from your participation.
My team and I are entirely at your disposal for any further information you may require.
Looking forward to your highly appreciated support.
Yours sincerely,
Arnaud Thysen
Director General
Saatja: "Natalia Kearney Fang" <
[email protected]>
Saaja: "Marta Irina Volmre - MKM" <
[email protected]>
Teema: Speaking Invitation: European Business Summit – 17-20 November
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Dear Marta Irina,
I hope this email finds you well.
On behalf of our Director General Arnaud Thysen, I am writing to extend an
invitation to Minister Keldo to participate as a guest speaker at our 25th
anniversary edition of our flagship event, the
<https://ebsummits.eu/our-summits/european-business-summit/> European
Business Summits (EBS). It will take place on the 17th-20th of November 2025
at the Egmont Palace in Brussels, enabling exclusive in-person networking
moments with hundreds of participants.
On the theme “Choose Europe: For a Resilient and Competitive Future,” the
Summit will foster public-private collaboration among policymakers, industry
leaders, academics, and civil society. With global dynamics growing more
complex, the Summit will explore how the EU can secure the bloc’s future,
fostering a more resilient and competitive society. From investing in
cutting-edge industries to recalibrating external partnerships, the Summit
will take a holistic approach to European strategic autonomy across
industries.
The insights provided would greatly enhance one of our high-level sessions,
which will be moderated by our media partners (FT, WSJ, Bloomberg TV, CNBC).
We greatly appreciate your consideration.
Kind regards,
Natalia Kearney Fang