Princess Beatrix Lecture 2024​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

lecture and opening programme

12-nov-2024 | 14:30-17:00 | Sint-Janskerk Maastricht

Opening programme

Leading up to the Princess Beatrix Lecture, we invite you to attend the opening programme Securing Europe: A local perspective, organized by Studio Europa Maastricht and Pakhuis de Zwijger. The event will bring together a diverse panel of experts who will offer academic, local, and European perspectives. They will share insights into the EU’s security ambitions and explore their implications for regions like South Limburg.

"If you want peace, prepare for war"

As Europe confronts unprecedented security challenges, including rising global tensions and the full-scale war in Ukraine, the fundamental principles that have shaped the European order for nearly five decades are being tested. Among other consequences, this conflict has led to NATO's expansion, with the majority of its members also belonging to the European Union.

Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of the NATO Military Committee and the alliance’s highest-ranking military officer, will deliver the second Princess Beatrix Lecture titled "‘NATO in a new era of collective defence: if you want peace, prepare for war". In his address, Admiral Bauer will explore the theme of societal resilience in the context of collective defence and security challenges, offering insights on how a united Europe can rise to meet these threats.

Programme

14:30 - 14:40 Introduction opening programme

14:40 - 15:10 Expert panel discussion

15:10 - 15:30 Q&A

15:30 - 16:00 Coffee break and guest arrival

16:00 - 16:05 Opening of the Princess Beatrix Lecture by regional minister Jasper Kuntzelaers

16:05 - 16:10 Expert introduction by Prof Dr Hylke Dijkstra

16:10 - 16:40 Princess Beatrix Lecture by NATO Admiral Rob Bauer

16:40 - 17:00 Q&A

17:00 - 18:00 Reception

Confirmed speakers opening programme

Location

Sint-Janskerk Maastricht

Vrijthof 24, 6211 LD Maastricht, Nederland