How can governments strengthen economic security without undermining open and competitive markets? This interdisciplinary conference brings together economists, legal scholars, policymakers and practitioners to examine one of the most pressing challenges facing Europe today: balancing economic resilience and strategic autonomy with the principles of a market economy.
This event will explore how growing geopolitical tensions are reshaping trade, competition policy and government intervention.
The programme focuses on two key themes. The first examines how economic security concerns are influencing competition law, market regulation and foreign investment screening. The second explores the role of government spending, procurement policies and subsidies in strengthening economic resilience while maintaining fair and efficient markets.
Organised by Radboud University’s Faculty of Law and Nijmegen School of Management, the conference aims to foster dialogue across disciplines and sectors. Through panel discussions and academic contributions, participants will gain fresh perspectives on the European Union’s evolving economic security agenda and its implications for market functioning, innovation and international cooperation.