Security & Geopolitics#3
Relations with the United States
Europe's closest ally has become its most unpredictable partner.
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Europe's public debates
The Agenda
62 issues shaping Europe's politics.
From Ukraine to pensions — the debates every European government and party is answering.
62 topics9 themes27 countries
4 topics
Education & skills
Falling test scores in a knowledge economy.
In short
International results show declining skills in many countries, while teacher shortages and digital skills gaps grow. The EU's "Union of Skills" agenda, Erasmus+ and university alliances support national systems.
Why it matters now
Skills shortages hold back competitiveness and the digital transition.
The divide
The debate
Consensus on importance
The debate
disputes on funding, school choice, phones in schools and the language of instruction.