The recent Draghi report on Europe’s competitiveness highlights significant skill gaps across member states and underscores the urgent need for a more future-proof and competitive European labour force, particularly in key sectors: The twin transition not only leads to the emergence of new professions in the green and digital sectors, but also increasingly requires interdisciplinary skillsets, breaking down silos of traditional education and training courses. The aim of fostering ecosystems for up- and reskilling is therefore high on the EU agenda. While the Pact for Skills has laid the groundwork for industry collaboration, further action is expected under the second pillar of the Union of Skills. As the EU shapes its vision for skills development, it can draw valuable lessons from national approaches. This event explored Switzerland’s up- and reskilling system in the broader European context, showcasing its high adult learning participation rates, strong private sector involvement, and emerging work on ... Read more