Panel Recording

‘Parliaments in dialogue’: Bringing Westminster and Brussels closer together to defend Europe

Join us at Chatham House to hear from UK and European parliamentarians and defence experts about how to improve defence cooperation between Britain and Europe.

Event date and time: 23 April 2026 — 17:30 TO 18:30 BST

Event location: Hybrid — Chatham House and Online

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— Hear from UK and European parliamentarians and defence experts about how to improve defence cooperation between Britain and Europe.

This panel discussion is the first in a new series, ‘Parliaments in dialogue’–convened in partnership between Chatham House and other leading think tanks, and the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK.

Amid increasing uncertainty around the global security architecture, this first event will focus on security and defence cooperation.

The European Parliament will be represented by MEP Sandro Gozi, who is a co-chair of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly and a key Member of the European Parliament on EU-UK reset. 

It will bring members of the UK and European Parliaments together with defence experts for direct engagement on questions central to EU-UK relations. Such as: how can Brussels and Westminster work to align their strategic ambitions and to deepen practical collaboration?

Chatham House’s mission is to help governments and societies to build a secure, sustainable, prosperous and just world. We do this by convening meetings of the people and organizations that can bring about change.

The panel discussion will be followed by a drinks reception.

Event format and who can attend

Panel sessions bring together several renowned speakers with different perspectives on an issue, offering the audience a thought-provoking discussion that thoroughly analyses a topic from many angles. They are held in our Joseph Gaggero Hall and on the record. 

Members and guests get priority access, with places available to those who register their interest. 

By registering for this event, attendees agree to our code of conduct, ensuring a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming space for diverse perspectives and debate.

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