In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election in the United States, Europeans face a crucial imperative: rethinking their sovereigny, especially in the technological realm. What will be the strategic priorities and action levers of the new European Commission on this issue? What assessment can we make of the previous Commission’s achievements and challenges in navigating Sino-American technological competition, transatlantic dependencies, and emerging global partnerships?

Panel 1: Navigating Sino-American Competition (14:15-15:30)
The competition between China and the United States is reshaping the global technological landscape. From advancements in artificial intelligence to 6G networks, the race for technological supremacy has far-reaching implications for Europe. How can Europe position itself in this “tech cold war”?

Speakers: 
Peter Sandler, Director, Directorate General for Trade and Economic Security, European Commission
Tobias Gehrke, Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations 
Agatha Kratz, Director, Rhodium Group

Moderator: Mathilde Velliet, Research Fellow, Geopolitics of Technology Center, Ifri

Panel 2: Mitigating Europe’s Dependence on the Other Side of the Atlantic (15:45-17:00)

Europe’s technological sector has long been intertwined with that of the United States. While this relationship has fostered growth and innovation, it also raises concerns about dependence. How can Europe become more strategically autonomous?

Speakers: 
Pierre Chastanet, Head of Unit C3 – Microelectronics and Photonics, CNECT, European Commission
Sarah Guillou, Economist, OFCE Sciences Po
Mark Scott, Senior Resident Fellow, Atlantic Council

Moderator: Julien Nocetti, Associate Fellow, Geopolitics of Technology Center, Ifri

Panel 3: Embracing New Partnerships  (17:15-18:30)
As the geopolitical landscape evolves, Europe must forge new partnerships to bolster its technological standing. At the same time, a global debate on risks is underway in various forums. Can we hope for a Brussels effect in these emerging partnerships? 

Speakers: 
Diana-Paula Gherasim, Research Fellow, Head of European Energy and Climate Policies, Energy and Climate Center, Ifri
Sanho Lim, Senior Specialist, Center for Economic Security and Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea 
Trisha Ray, Associate Director and Resident Fellow, GeoTech Center, Atlantic Council

Moderator: Laure de Roucy-Rochegonde, Head of the Geopolitics of Technology Center, Ifri