We are pleased to share the official report of the FEMISE 20th Anniversary Conference, marking two decades of research excellence, policy dialogue, and Euro-Mediterranean cooperation.
Held in Barcelona, a symbolic city for Euro-Mediterranean relations, the conference brought together high-level policymakers, researchers, institutional partners, and civil society actors from both shores of the Mediterranean to celebrate FEMISE’s journey and reflect on its future. The event coincided with the 30th anniversary of the Barcelona Process, offering a timely moment to reconnect past achievements with forward-looking priorities for the region.
More than a commemorative milestone, the 20th anniversary conference served as a space for strategic reflection amid a rapidly evolving regional and global context—marked by geopolitical tensions, economic divergence, climate challenges, and renewed momentum around Euro-Mediterranean cooperation. Discussions highlighted FEMISE’s unique role in bridging research and policy, fostering inclusive dialogue, and supporting evidence-based decision-making across the region.
The conference also marked the beginning of a new chapter for FEMISE, with the launch of a strengthened partnership with the European Institute of the Mediterranean (IEMed), the presentation of a renewed research agenda, and the unveiling of FEMISE’s new visual and digital identity.
What’s inside the report?
- Overview of the opening and high-level plenary sessions
- Summaries of keynote speeches and institutional interventions
- Highlights from thematic and research spotlight sessions
- Reflections from FEMISE members and partners
- Key messages and policy-oriented takeaways
- Insights on FEMISE’s future direction, partnerships, and priorities
We invite you to explore the full report to revisit the discussions, insights, and collective vision that shaped this milestone event and to discover how FEMISE is positioning itself for the years ahead.