EU Awareness Centre at the Wilfried Martens Centre’s Conference on the Future Global Order

On 18 March 2026, Dr George Robakidze, Executive Director of the EU Awareness Centre, participated in the high-level conference “Power, Partnerships and the Next Global Order”, organised by the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies in Brussels. The event brought together senior policymakers, leading experts, and international stakeholders to reflect on the evolving geopolitical landscape and the European Union’s role in shaping a new global order.

The conference addressed key strategic challenges facing the EU, including economic security, geopolitical competition, and technological transformation. A central theme across discussions was the growing shift from efficiency-driven globalisation toward a more security-oriented approach, where resilience, diversification of supply chains, and trusted partnerships are becoming increasingly critical. Particular emphasis was placed on the interconnected nature of economic, energy, and security policies, especially in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions and regional instability.