European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden share their perspectives on the future of Europe and Luxembourg at Deloitte’s Beyond Conference: “Our Role in Shaping the Future.”
On Thursday, 30 January, Deloitte Luxembourg hosted the Beyond Conference: “Our Role in Shaping the Future,” bringing together 200 attendees from both the public and private sectors. Held at Deloitte’s premises, the conference marked the first in a series of events celebrating Deloitte Luxembourg’s 75th anniversary, reinforcing its commitment to supporting leaders, policymakers, and innovators in shaping the future of both Luxembourg and Europe.
The evening commenced with opening remarks from John Psaila, Managing Partner and CEO of Deloitte Luxembourg, whose address reflected on the Firm’s legacy and its role in fostering dialogue that drives progress. As Deloitte Luxembourg marks 75 years of achievements, it remains dedicated to enabling business leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to navigate the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping Europe’s future.
During the event, Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, provided insights into the recently published Competitiveness Compass, a strategic framework designed to guide Europe’s transformation in the years ahead. Metsola emphasised the importance of enhancing Europe’s competitiveness, reinforcing democratic resilience, and positioning sustainability as a driver of economic growth.
Prime Minister Luc Frieden offered a Luxembourg perspective, outlining how the nation is preparing to tackle emerging economic realities while capitalising on opportunities for innovation and investment. He reflected on Luxembourg’s role within the EU, highlighting how its financial sector, commitment to sustainability, and innovation ecosystem contribute to Europe’s broader economic landscape.
A highlight of the evening was a conversation between President Metsola and Prime Minister Frieden, moderated by John Psaila. The discussion provided a sharp analysis of Europe’s current trajectory and Luxembourg’s evolving place within it. Key topics included global trade and investment, the resilience of democratic institutions, sustainability as an engine of growth, regulatory balance, energy security, and Europe’s response to the innovation gap in AI and deep tech. The exchange also explored how European regulation can support business competitiveness while maintaining high standards, and how sustainability policies can shift from a compliance burden to a catalyst for investment. The session concluded with a call to action for leaders to take decisive steps in shaping Europe’s future.
Reflecting on the event, John Psaila remarked: “This year marks a significant milestone for Deloitte Luxembourg as we celebrate 75 years of contributing to the success of this country. It is a moment to look back on our achievements, but more importantly, to focus on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The insights shared during the Beyond Conference highlight Luxembourg’s important role on the European stage, and Deloitte Luxembourg extends its gratitude to all participants, speakers, and attendees who made this event a success.”
As Deloitte Luxembourg continues to mark its 75th anniversary throughout the year, the Firm remains committed to supporting forward-looking dialogue, fostering collaboration, and helping shape a competitive and prosperous future for Luxembourg and Europe.