#SOU2024
The 14th edition of The State of the Union conference counted 150 speakers and included 30 sessions. This year's key themes included EU enlargement, demography, democracy, rule of law, industrial policy, and digital and green transitions. Sustainability was a central focus, with discussions on green energy transitions, regional cohesion, and climate change. Digital transformation discussions covered competitiveness, digital infrastructure, and AI and blockchain regulation. Other topics included strengthening democracy, countering foreign interference, and addressing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
#SOU2024 was held on 23 and 24 May 2024, counting over 850 in-person participants, while more than 11,000 people followed the conference via the live stream and on the EUI’s YouTube channel. This year’s edition was possible thanks to the support of more than 50 local and international partners.
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