Challenges and Chances for the EU 2025-2030

What it Means for the EU-UK Relationship

What lies ahead for the EU — and for its relationship with the UK? Join us for a panel discussion unpacking the key challenges and opportunities shaping the EU’s 2025–2030 agenda.

On the 21st of May, the British Chamber Of Commerce | EU & Belgium together with Portland Communications will be organising an expert panel discussion on Challenges and Chances for the EU 2025-2030 and what it means for the EU-UK Relationship.

This event will also mark the official launch of Portland’s new report: Challenges and Chances for the EU 2025–2030, presented at a pivotal moment for EU and UK relations. This exclusive event will take place immediately following the EU-UK Summit, offering timely insights and informed reflections on the evolving geopolitical and economic landscape.

From global competition and climate pressures to technological change and shifting transatlantic alliances, the EU faces both challenges and opportunities that will define its role on the world stage—and its relationship with the UK.

Panellists:

Virginijus Sinkevičius

MEP and Member of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly, European Parliament

Matt Hinde

Head of International Policy and Engagement, National Grid

Jennifer Rankin

Brussels Correspondent, The Guardian

Seamus Jeffreson

Director, Tony Blair Institute Brussels

Caroline Read

Deputy Ambassador, UK Mission to the European Union

The discussion will be moderated by Elizabeth Crossick, Co-President of the British Chamber Of Commerce | EU & Belgium.

Programme:

17:00 | Welcome
17:15 | Introduction of Portland Report
17:30 | Panel discussion
19:15 | Networking

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Events and Communication Officer at Maia.larose@britcham.eu