As part of the concluding event of the Europe’s Futures 2025 project, the Erhard Busek Memorial Lecture was delivered by His Excellency Alexander Schallenberg, former Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of the Republic of Austria.
H.E. Schallenberg paid tribute to the legacy of Erhard Busek – a visionary European, tireless advocate of regional cooperation, and one of the key figures of European integration. In his address, he reflected on the current state of Europe, geopolitical challenges, and the responsibility of political leadership in safeguarding democratic values, peace, and European unity.
The lecture served as a reminder of the importance of principled diplomacy in turbulent times and honored Busek’s lifelong dedication to dialogue, education, and the vision of a united Europe.