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

lecture and opening programme

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

"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.

The lecture will be moderated by Hylke Dijkstra, Professor of International Security and Cooperation at Maastricht University.

"Securing Europe: A Local Perspective"

"Securing Europe: A Local Perspective" is organized by Studio Europa Maastricht and Pakhuis de Zwijger on behalf of the European Commission as part of the "Local Europe" series.

As Europe faces a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, including the full-scale war against Ukraine, growing cyber threats, strengthening European defense has become a pressing priority. But what do these global developments mean for the everyday lives of citizens and local communities? What roles do they play, and how can they prepare for an increasingly uncertain future? This event brings together a panel of local and EU experts to explore the local dimensions of these European security challenges.

Speakers

Full programme

14:30 - 14:40 Introduction Local Europe - the new European Commission

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 of the Province of Limburg, 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

Location

Sint-Janskerk Maastricht

Vrijthof 24, 6211 LD Maastricht, Nederland