10/06/2026
From 3 to 7 June the Moise Palace hosted Europe's Futures 2026 Cres Retreat organized by ERSTE Foundation. The event brought together policymakers, academics, journalists, and civil society leaders to discuss democratic resilience, geopolitical change, artificial intelligence, authoritarianism, and the importance of trust in democratic institutions.
A highlight of the programme was the Erhard Busek Memorial Lecture delivered by Francis Fukuyama, followed by his discussion with Andreas Treichl, moderated by Ivana Dragičević, which explored trust, democracy, and the future of liberal societies. The symposium provided a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas on Europe's future challenges and opportunities.
ERSTE Foundation IWM - Institut für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen Center for Advanced Studies - South East Europe Sveučilište u Rijeci / University of Rijeka Visit Cres