YEPP gathered in Turin for the third Council Meeting of this year, held from October 10 to 13, under the title “Shaping International Relations: The Global Impact of Migration Trends”. Organised by Forza Italia Giovani with the support of the EPP, this event provided a significant opportunity to address critical issues facing Europe today.
The gathering commenced on Thursday evening with a reception hosted by FIG President Stefano Benigni, alongside Secretary General Simone Leoni and International Secretary Ludovico Seppilli, who welcomed delegates from across Europe.
On Friday, the delegates visited the National Automobile Museum, where they engaged with prominent leaders, including Antonio Tajani, EPP Deputy Chairman and Deputy Minister of Italy and Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Alberto Cirio, Governor of the Piedmont Region and Chairman of the Italian National Delegation to the EU Committee of the Regions. Tajani emphasised the crucial role YEPP plays, representing both the present and the future of the European People’s Party family, expressing satisfaction with the EPP’s great success in the European elections. Our President, Lídia Pereira, highlighted Forza Italia’s strong pro-European stance, adding that, thanks to Tajani’s commitment, the party continues to advocate for a united and prosperous Europe, committed to tackling the challenges ahead.
The following day featured a series of panels addressing pressing topics, including the challenges of migration from the Mediterranean region, the geopolitical implications of the Ukraine conflict, and the strategic and economic impacts of emerging technologies. EPP President Manfred Weber delivered a keynote address, emphasising the importance of a coordinated European response to these multifaceted challenges.
The highlight of the event took place on Saturday during the Council Meeting, where delegates deliberated and approved five crucial resolutions. Among these, one addressed the political and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, condemning the fraudulent 2024 presidential election and the repression of the opposition by the Maduro regime. Another resolution called for the EU to enhance innovation, support startups, and streamline regulations to better compete with the US and China. Additionally, the Council approved a resolution supporting EU efforts to mitigate cyber risks in finance while advocating against excessive regulations that stifle innovation and contractual freedom. Another important resolution urges revising EU Association Agreements to allow candidate countries access to the CJEU, enhancing legal protection and reducing oligarchic control.
This Council Meeting reinforced YEPP’s commitment to shaping a proactive European response to global challenges, ensuring that the voices of young centre-right leaders are heard in the ongoing discussions about the future of Europe.
