Proud to be European
This Europe Day was unlike years past. It was set against a backdrop of unprecedented change in everything from the way our economies work, to our longstanding alliances. As we enter this new era, we, as Europeans, have much to be proud of. This is because we invest. We invest in opportunity. We invest in our shared security and prosperity. We invest in stability. But most of all, we invest in each other. Because we know that unity is our strength.
What is Europe Day?
Europe Day celebrates the signing of the Schuman Declaration on 9 May 1950, an ambitious plan to secure long-term peace in post-war Europe. The text is widely considered to be the foundation of what is now the European Union. We at the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group play a key role in the European Union by supporting its policies and values.
Our Europe Day celebration
Brussels
Saturday, 10 May
10:00 - 18:00 (GMT +2)
Justus Lipsius building, Council of the European Union
We welcomed visitors at our stand where we answered questions, played games and screened videos exploring how the projects we finance improve lives across Europe. We also shared information about career opportunities at the European Investment Bank.
IN FOCUS
A message from our president
"In a world where everything, everywhere, all at once is changing, Europe is a beacon of stability, confidence and clarity," says Nadia Calviño, president of the European Investment Bank Group. "This is Europe's moment and we're turning challenges into opportunities."
