The European Parliament is set to host the inaugural EU Parliamentary Democracy Forum in Brussels on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. This pivotal event will gather Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), national parliamentarians, and various stakeholders to address current challenges to democratic governance and discuss strategies to enhance democratic resilience. Scheduled to commence at 11:00 CET in the Hemicycle of the Paul-Henri Spaak building, the forum will also be accessible via webstreaming. The session promises to be a significant gathering with keynote speeches from influential figures including Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, and Søren Gade, Speaker of the Danish Parliament. Additionally, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate María Ressa will deliver a keynote speech, and EU Commissioner Michael McGrath will engage in a critical discussion on the European Democracy Shield proposal. The forum will explore several urgent topics such as enhancing parliamentary democracy through increased citizen engagement, addressing political polarization, and building resilience against hybrid threats and misinformation. The event is designed to foster dialogue and develop practical solutions to the pressing issues facing democracies in Europe today. More details and the full program are available through the European Parliament’s official press channels. Post navigation MEPs Streamline Sustainability Rules