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The EU–CELAC Academic Forum, held in Bogotá on 6–7 November 2025 by Universidad de los Andes and the Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies, convened academics, policymakers, diplomats, and civil society to rethink bi-regional cooperation amid geopolitical fragmentation, democratic backsliding, and the climate crisis. Structured around six pillars—global governance, digital transition, human rights, decent work, climate action, and peace and security—the forum stressed translating academic knowledge into concrete policy proposals for the 2025 IV CELAC–EU Summit.

EU–CELAC Academic Forum: Knowledge for Shared Futures

6 Nov 2025

The EU–CELAC Academic Forum, held in Bogotá on 6–7 November 2025 by Universidad de los Andes and the Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies, convened academics, policymakers, diplomats, and civil society to rethink bi-regional cooperation amid geopolitical fragmentation, democratic backsliding, and the climate crisis. Structured around six pillars—global governance, digital transition, human rights, decent work, climate action, and peace and security—the forum stressed translating academic knowledge into concrete policy proposals for the 2025 IV CELAC–EU Summit.

Rethinking Latin America–Europe Relations: What Is at Stake in the 2025 EU–CELAC Summit

Roundtable: Rethinking Relations between Latin America and Europe in the Run-up to the EU–CELAC Summit

16 Sept 2025

A roundtable hosted by IBEI and Casa Amèrica Catalunya, with the support of the EULAS and LAC-EU projects, brought together leading experts to debate the future of EU–LAC relations ahead of the 2025 EU–CELAC Summit, addressing political, social, and economic challenges while exploring opportunities for deeper interregional cooperation.

Group photo of the EU–CELAC Summit Roundtable on higher education and international cooperation, held in Barcelona 2025, featuring representatives from IBEI, EULAS Network, and Latin American partner institutions

Strengthening EU–LAC Ties: EULAS Roundtable Paves the Way to the 2025 EU–CELAC Summit

16 Jun 2025

A roundtable organized by the EULAS Network, IBEI and the Ecuadorian Consulate in Barcelona gathered experts to discuss EU–LAC relations ahead of the 2025 EU–CELAC Summit, highlighting shared values, sustainable development, and strategic cooperation between Europe and Latin America and the Caribbean.

Delegates from IBEI and LLILAS (University of Texas at Austin) engaged in a collaborative meeting around a conference table at IBEI.

IBEI Hosts Delegation from LLILAS, University of Texas at Austin

16 Jun 2025

On June 16, IBEI welcomed a delegation from LLILAS, University of Texas at Austin, to strengthen academic ties. Directors shared institutional profiles and explored collaborations, including joint research initiatives like the EULAS and LAC-EU Doctoral Networks focused on Latin America.

The EULAS Network, LAC-EU Doctoral Network and Casa Amèrica Catalunya sign partnership agreements at host, IBEI.

Casa Amèrica Catalunya and IBEI Sign Agreement to Strengthen EU–LAC cultural, social and policy dialogue

29 May 2025

A new strategic partnership for Casa Amèrica Catalunya, IBEI, EU-LAS Network and the LAC-EU Doctoral Network

Promotional poster for María Negroni’s literary workshop titled 'Entre América y Europa,' held on May 21, 2025, at Universitat de Barcelona, organized by IBEI and EULAS Network in collaboration with GELT, featuring acclaimed Argentine poet María Negroni.

Celebrated Argentine Writer María Negroni Joins EULAS Network Workshop at Universitat de Barcelona

21 May 2025

Acclaimed Argentine writer María Negroni led a literary workshop at Universitat de Barcelona, hosted by the EULAS – Jean Monnet Network. Exploring themes of memory and displacement, Negroni discussed her creative process and latest work, Colección Permanente, inspiring lively dialogue and reflection.

The EULAS Network's first general assembly meeting screenshot

Kickoff Meeting for the EULAS Network: A Collaborative Start

11 Feb 2025

The EULAS Network officially launched with its Kickoff Meeting on February 11, 2025, marking the beginning of an ambitious three-year initiative aimed at strengthening academic cooperation between the European Union (EU) and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).