JEF Belgium

On Europe Day, May 9th, 2025, JEF Belgium President Kalojan Hoffmeister participated in a panel discussion commemorating 75 years since the Schuman Declaration.

The discussion focused on the future of European unity and included MEP Wouter Beke, UCL Professor Tanguy Struyde de Swielande, and representatives of the European Movement Belgium. The panel addressed the importance of building a stronger, more citizen-focused Europe in response to current challenges.

JEF Belgium emphasizes that the European project requires continued commitment and active participation from all citizens. The organization reiterates its dedication to fostering European unity and integration.

In April 2025, JEF Belgium’s President Kalojan Hoffmeister moderated a panel discussion in Brussels on “De-dollarization and Europe’s Monetary Autonomy.”

The panel featured László Andor, Secretary-General of FEPS and former EU Commissioner, and Maria Demertzis, Director of Economy, Strategy & Finance Center at The Conference Board. Key questions addressed included the enduring influence of the US dollar, the potential for a “de-dollarization” trend, and how a greater international role for the euro or a future digital euro could enhance the EU’s strategic monetary autonomy. Discussions also touched on BRICS initiatives and other digital currencies.

A notable insight from the discussion was that potential US hesitation regarding central bank digital currencies could provide Europe an advantage in setting global standards if it proceeds decisively with a digital euro. JEF Belgium extends gratitude to the speakers for their contributions and insights.