News | 10 July 2026
Global #Trends by BBVA: What capabilities will define Europe’s strategic resilience over the next decade?
At a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty, BBVA’s 13th Public Sector Seminar in Lisbon brought together senior representatives from public institutions, central banks, sovereign wealth funds and global investors to discuss the forces reshaping the global landscape. Some of the key discussions revolved around defence and Europe’s role in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment.
Josep Borrell's perspective on Europe's strategic resilience
In this context, Iván Poza, Head of Public Institutions & SWFs at BBVA, asked Josep Borrell, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy (2019-2024) & President of Barcelona Centre for International Affairs the following question: What capabilities will define Europe’s strategic resilience over the next decade?
Watch the video to unlock his perspective on why military strength, energy security, technological leadership and deeper integration are essential to strengthening Europe’s resilience.




