The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group today opened the 4th edition of the EIB Group Forum in Luxembourg, with President Nadia Calviño announcing new financing to strengthen European security and defence and laying out a set of actions to advance the Savings and Investment Union, supporting businesses seeking to innovate, expand and compete globally. Held from 3–5 March, the Forum brings together policymakers, innovators, academics and business leaders, this year under the theme of building “A Strong Europe in a Changing World”.