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26 & 27 November 2025
KKL Lucerne

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EUROPEAN ECONOMIC FORUM 2025

26 & 27 November 2025 | KKL Lucerne

Welcome to the European Economic Forum – Europe's leading business conference for current and future leaders. Each year, 700 decision-makers from business, politics, academia, and society gather to tackle pressing economic and geopolitical challenges and shape bold strategies for a resilient, competitive Europe.

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Obermann René

René Obermann

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Airbus SE

Herrington Gaya

Gaya Herrington

Vice President Sustainability Research, Schneider Electric

Vestager Margrethe

Margrethe Vestager

Former European Commissioner for Competition & Executive Vice-President of the European Commission,

Heywood Suzanne

Suzanne Heywood

COO Exor Group, Chair of CNH Industrial and Iveco Group

Paul Stefan

Stefan Paul

Chief Executive Officer, Kuehne+Nagel International AG

Cassis Ignazio

Ignazio Cassis

Federal Councillor, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, Switzerland

Smith Stephen

Stephen W. Smith

Author, journalist, and Professor of Practice, Duke University

Rauchenstein Michael

Michael Rauchenstein

News Anchor & Journalist, Swiss Public Television (SRF)

Maier Christine

Christine Maier

Co-Moderator European Economic Forum, Communication Expert

WHY ATTEND

EXPERT INSIGHTS

  • Anticipate the future: Gain deep insights into economic and geopolitical trends
  • Make smarter decisions: Leverage best practices to drive success for yourself and your business
  • Inspiring keynotes: Broaden your perspective on today’s most pressing challenges

INSPIRATION & IMPACT  

  • From ideas to action: Develop fresh perspectives in interactive sessions.  
  • Broaden your mindset: Engage in dialogue with rising and established leaders.
  • Drive change: Contribute to a strong and competitive Europe.

NETWORKING  

  • Connect with Europe's top leaders and build valuable relationships
  • Network with 700+ decision-makers from 46 European countries
  • Forge lasting connections across generations, borders, and industries

EEF 2024

WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS!

A heartfelt thank you to the 700 participants for two days of intense inspiration, insightful encounters, and meaningful discussions centered on the question: How can we prevent Europe’s economy from ending up Home Alone?

Insights

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Evidence, Not Ideology: How Science Can Rebuild Public Trust

There is a growing need to enhance the public legitimacy of science and scientific knowledge. This includes not only efforts to legitimise scientific expertise, but also to foster engagement between politicians, scientists, and civil society.

To Secure Its Future, Europe Must Invest – Boldly

Europe’s future rests on two fundamental pillars: growth and innovation. Amid global and technological upheaval, the continent now needs a forward-looking approach – one that boosts competitiveness, fosters collaboration, and remains sustainable.

Legal Certainty in an Uncertain Europe: The Cornerstone of European Cooperation

In a faltering world order, Europe must redefine its role. Among other things, the war in Ukraine has shaken long-held certainties and made one thing clear: legal certainty is more than ever the foundation that builds trust, attracts investment, and holds the continent together.

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