#Foresight cannot shut its eyes from undesirable developments. That’s why our last #ESPAS19 panel of the day is called ‘Eyes Wide Open: Democracy, Free Societies and Their Enemies.'

Wrapping up the day, Kristel Van der Elst from Horizons Canada together with our very own Ricardo Borges de Castro 🇺🇦 🟧 draw conclusions from the discussions at #ESPAS19 and the wider #ESPAS journey. More exciting talks and debates to follow at European Parliament tomorrow!

.Ann Mettler calls for the creation of a ‘European Policy Design Board’ that on the very beginning of the Policy discussion, analyses global trends, Europe’s role in the world and offers strategic #foresight to the #EU decision-makers. #ESPAS19

We're back at #ESPAS19 day 2, where our very own rainer münz is speaking on the 'Future of Aging' panel. A double-edged sword: most of us welcome longer life expectancies for ourselves but are concerned about the pressures on welfare state that follow from ageing societies.

Demographics of #ageing intricately linked with #futureofwork #migration and #automation choices. #ESPAS2019 At EPSC we’ve looked at some of the intersections in our latest 10 Trends Shaping the Future of Work: ec.europa.eu/epsc/publicati…

Now at #ESPAS19: 'From Foresight to Action' chaired by Ann Mettler, discussing how insights about future trends can translate into policy responses. What are the structural challenges preventing #EU and Member States' institutions to act more strategically and forward-looking?

#ESPAS19 concluding session is on the future of #ESPAS itself. Speakers reiterate need for structural #EU approach that allows cross-silo, forward-looking anticipatory governance & #foresight. No space for self-censorship, but need to develop an appetite for shaping the future.

ICYMI: Parag Khanna with an eye-opening video message for #ESPAS19: 'The future is Asian - Are we ready for it?' #EU needs to be prepared and build on its strengths, esp #EUConnectivity. Visit our website for more videos and pictures: ec.europa.eu/epsc/events/es… #ESPAS

#EUconnectivity requires quality infrastructure, both physical and digital. But just as important is the human element: people-to-people connections. EU_ScienceHub has created a useful tool to explore metrics of #EU-#Asia connectivity. Check it out now: composite-indicators.jrc.ec.europa.eu/asem-sustainab…

Last week, we gathered #foresight experts & thought leaders in Brussels to discuss #GlobalTrendsTo2030. Check out this recap of #ESPAS19 and visit our website for recordings of all the panels and presentations: ec.europa.eu/epsc/espas-ann… #ESPAS

After 13 consecutive years of decline in #democracy and #freedom around the world, it is necessary to take a closer look at the trends underpinning this troubling development – and to challenge some long-held assumptions. Read more here: ec.europa.eu/epsc/publicati…

Which will prevail? Data for good or #data for evil? Our new paper, '10 Trends Shaping Democracy in a Volatile World', singles out key threats, challenges & opportunities facing liberal #democracy today. Read more: ec.europa.eu/epsc/publicati…

It has been the honour of a lifetime to serve you, Jean-Claude Juncker. Thank you, Mr President, for everything and all the very best for the future 🇪🇺