School association EFR of Erasmus School of Economics, is welcoming Alar Karis, the President of the Republic of Estonia on Woudestein campus. Karis makes his appearance during the second day of the EFR Inspiration Days 2026 on 9 April 2026.
The EFR Inspiration Days is a dynamic two-days event designed to broaden the perspectives of students and alumni. Karis will actively take part in the panel discussion that focuses on “the economy of defense” 9 April (day 2).
The panel discussion will focus on how economies finance and organise war efforts, the short- and long-term consequences, and how governments maintain political stability and societal legitimacy in times of heightened security threats. Other speakers besides President Alar Karis are François Bausch (former Minister of Defence of Luxembourg), Pieter Hasekamp (Director of the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis, CPB), and Maarten Smidts (Director of Industry & Innovation, Ministry of Defence).
About the EFR Inspiration Days
The EFR Inspiration Days is one of the most prestigious student-organised events in Europe, aimed at being the most innovative, society-aligned experience that connects and inspires students from Erasmus University Rotterdam. Beyond just career insights, the event challenges participants to think differently, embrace new ideas, and engage with professionals from various fields. With a strong focus on both business and socio-economic topics, it offers a unique platform for networking, learning, and inspiration.
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For more information, please contact Ronald de Groot, Media & Public Relations Officer at Erasmus School of Economics: rdegroot@ese.eur.nl, mobile: +316 53 641 846.
