{"id":20331,"date":"2024-10-18T09:47:35","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T07:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eunice-university.eu\/?p=20331"},"modified":"2024-10-21T11:23:25","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T09:23:25","slug":"internationalisation-of-european-universities-alliances-new-frontiers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eunice-university.eu\/el\/internationalisation-of-european-universities-alliances-new-frontiers\/","title":{"rendered":"Internationalisation of European Universities Alliances: The New Frontiers"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>Internationalisation is key to the European higher education strategy, with <a href=\"https:\/\/education.ec.europa.eu\/education-levels\/higher-education\/european-universities-initiative\">European University Alliances<\/a> (EUAs) enhancing the European Education Area&#8217;s appeal.<\/h3>\n<p>From fostering innovation to offering joint degrees, these alliances address current challenges while <strong>positioning Europe as a leader in higher education<\/strong>. Their strategies align with EU priorities, as outlined in the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX%3A52021XG0610%2802%29\">European Council conclusions<\/a> (2021) and the <a href=\"https:\/\/education.ec.europa.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/2022-01\/communication-european-strategy-for-universities-graphic-version.pdf\">European Strategy for Universities<\/a> (2022), in boosting competitiveness, fostering global cooperation and promoting a shared European identity. A key focus is cooperation with Ukrainian institutions, supporting Ukraine\u2019s integration into the European education space, alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eaie.org\/resource\/european-universities-initiative-africa.html\">partnerships with African institutions<\/a>, addressing regional challenges and supporting sustainable development.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;2%&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;2%&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;20341&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]These topics were central to the discussions at the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.univ-toulouse.fr\/evenements\/internationalisation-european-university-alliances-eaie-2024\"><strong>Internationalisation of European Universities Alliances: The New Frontiers<\/strong><\/a>&#8221; event held on September 17 as a satellite activity of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eaie.org\/events\/toulouse.html\">EAIE<\/a> conference in Toulouse and hosted by the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.univ-toulouse.fr\/\">Universit\u00e9 de Toulouse<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laregion.fr\/\">R\u00e9gion Occitanie<\/a>. The event provided a platform for high-level representatives from various alliances and partner countries outside the EU to engage with the European Commission and other key stakeholders on these topics.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>More efficient, relevant degrees<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]During the first session, the discussion explored <strong>why alliances pursue internationalisation beyond their members and how they contribute to the broader European education area<\/strong>. Vanessa Debiais-Sainton, head of unit at <a href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/about-european-commission\/departments-and-executive-agencies\/education-youth-sport-and-culture_en\">DG EAC<\/a>, referenced the <a href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/topics\/strengthening-european-competitiveness\/eu-competitiveness-looking-ahead_en\">Draghi report<\/a>, emphasising the need for alliances to address skills gaps in AI, aerospace, and green technologies. She highlighted the launch of the new <a href=\"https:\/\/eaea.org\/2024\/07\/22\/eaeas-take-on-von-der-leyens-re-election\/\">Union of Skills<\/a>, covering higher education, vocational training, and lifelong learning, and the blueprint for a <a href=\"https:\/\/education.ec.europa.eu\/news\/commission-presents-a-blueprint-for-a-european-degree\">European Degree<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>By pooling resources, alliances can offer more efficient, relevant degrees that meet Europe\u2019s future needs. Debiais-Sainton used the metaphor of Olympic medals, noting that <strong>while individual EU countries may fall behind global competitors, collectively, European universities can surpass them by sharing resources, equipment, and data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This session also aligned with the announcement that the new Vice-President for People, Skills, and Preparedness would oversee the EUAs, thus signifying a strategic commitment to enhancing collaboration, fostering skills development, and addressing the evolving needs of higher education in Europe. As Vanessa Debiais-Sainton expressed, &#8220;<em>We see what you are capable of, and we count on you for the future.&#8221;<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;20340&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;20343&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>Informal diplomacy<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Carle Bonafous-Murat, permanent representative of <a href=\"https:\/\/franceuniversites.fr\/en\/equipe\/carle-bonafous-murat-4\/\">France Universit\u00e9s<\/a> in Brussels, addressed the strategic role of alliances in fostering international collaborations. He questioned whether internationalisation <strong>strategies should be thematic or more flexible<\/strong>, citing visits from Colombian and Argentine delegations exploring the topic of biodiversity in connections with European universities. While focusing on specific topics can drive solutions, it may limit alliances&#8217; adaptability to broader trends. He also raised concerns about branding, asking if alliances should adopt a collective identity and whether institutions are willing to compromise their individual brands for a unified approach.<\/p>\n<p>Marie Azuelos (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.civica.eu\/for-ukraine\/\">CIVICA<\/a>) discussed how CIVICA integrates internationalisation into its central objectives, emphasising its efforts to strengthen ties with Ukrainian universities through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civica.eu\/for-ukraine\/\">CIVICA for Ukraine<\/a> initiative. This initiative shows how alliances can act as vehicles for informal diplomacy and co-creation, <strong>fostering solidarity in politically charged contexts<\/strong>. However, managing expansion while deepening partnerships poses challenges, particularly with a two-tier system of full members and international partners, complicating efforts to maintain a cohesive internationalisation strategy.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][nectar_single_testimonial testimonial_style=&#8221;bold&#8221; color=&#8221;Default&#8221; quote=&#8221;The potential and challenges of expanding EUAs&#8217; global reach through initiatives like the European Degree where highlighted&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Mattia Bellotti (<a href=\"https:\/\/eutopia-university.eu\/\">EUTOPIA<\/a>) underscored the role of <strong>shared values like academic freedom and democracy<\/strong> in promoting international alliances. The alliance\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/eutopia-university.eu\/english-version\/young-leaders-academy-yla\">Young Leaders Academy<\/a>, involving partners from South Korea, Australia, and South Africa, illustrates how shared values can underpin initiatives that <strong>develop future leaders while ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds benefit equally<\/strong> from these programs. Yet, as alliances strive to internationalise, they must ensure that such initiatives do not unintentionally privilege institutions with more significant resources or more established global networks.<\/p>\n<p>John Gardiner (<a href=\"https:\/\/ulysseus.eu\/it\/\">Ulysseus<\/a>) reinforced the importance of <strong>flexibility in partnerships<\/strong>, particularly with non-Erasmus countries like Vietnam and Canada. The <a href=\"https:\/\/ulysseus.eu\/it\/compass\/\">Compass Project<\/a>, a three-year initiative, shows how internationalisation brings fresh perspectives to European universities but also highlights the legal and regulatory challenges requiring adaptable governance to manage various frameworks and environments.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, Romi\u021b\u0103 Iucu (<a href=\"https:\/\/civis.eu\/it\">CIVIS<\/a>) underscored the potential of alliances to <strong>break down institutional barriers through innovative learning models<\/strong>. His discussion of the project <a href=\"https:\/\/civis.eu\/en\/get-informed\/news\/discover-civis-new-handbook-on-virtual-mobility\">\u00a0Digitally Enhanced Mobility<\/a> showcases how alliances are at the forefront of redefining education in a post-pandemic world and how alliances represent a potential \u201cnew frontier\u201d of diplomacy.<\/p>\n<p>To sum up, the discussion highlighted both the potential and challenges of expanding EUAs&#8217; global reach. Initiatives like the European Degree show promise but risk dominance by wealthier institutions.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>Strategic partnerships<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The second session explored the <strong>evolving synergies between Ukrainian institutions and European university alliances,<\/strong> moving from crisis management to long-term cooperation. Kseniia Smyrnova (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.euniwell.eu\/\">EUniWell<\/a>) emphasised that Ukrainian universities are now strategic partners in joint research on topics like <strong>digitalisation<\/strong> and <strong>migration<\/strong>. &#8220;<em>We are in an active phase of Europeanisation,<\/em>&#8221; she stated, underscoring Ukraine\u2019s role as a contributor, not just a recipient of aid.<\/p>\n<p>Iryna Osovska (<a href=\"https:\/\/univ-unita.eu\/Sites\/\">UNITA<\/a>) highlighted how the war has disrupted mobility programs, especially in rural areas. Osovska stressed the need for long-term solutions, including <strong>harmonising academic calendars, synchronising curricula, and expanding digital learning<\/strong>. Iryna Ivanets (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eupeace.eu\/\">EUPeace<\/a>) illustrated these challenges with a video featuring Ukrainian students, providing insight into their experiences, and Jean-Marc Planeix (<a href=\"https:\/\/epicur.edu.eu\">EPICUR<\/a>) discussed efforts to formalise collaborations through joint statements and a <a href=\"https:\/\/epicur.edu.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/EUAsUkraine_final_report.pdf\">Memoranda of Understanding<\/a> in 2023, aimed at integrating Ukrainian institutions into Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe. However, bureaucratic hurdles and regulatory challenges persist. The Polish <a href=\"https:\/\/nawa.gov.pl\/nawa\">NAWA Agency<\/a> has provided critical funding, but <strong>long-term sustainability<\/strong> remains a concern.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, Christine Fernandez (<a href=\"https:\/\/ec2u.eu\/it\/ec2u-european-campus-of-city-universities-7\/\">EC2U<\/a>) and Taseusz Uhl (<a href=\"https:\/\/universeh.eu\/\">UNIVERSEH<\/a>) showcased initiatives like summer schools and staff training involving various stakeholders from cities to SMEs. These efforts reflect a vision for sustainable integration, but challenges like infrastructure gaps and educational discrepancies remain. The discussion on Ukrainian universities transitioning <strong>from aid recipients to active contributors<\/strong> demonstrated the broader challenges of integrating institutions into European higher education. However, their success depends on overcoming bureaucratic barriers, infrastructure gaps, and securing long-term funding.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;20342&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221; margin_top=&#8221;2%&#8221; margin_bottom=&#8221;2%&#8221; margin_left=&#8221;2%&#8221; margin_right=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Similar obstacles were discussed in the third and final session, which focused on the <strong>collaboration between European and African universities<\/strong>. Maame Afua Nkurmah (<a href=\"https:\/\/ttu.edu.gh\/\">Takoradi Technical University<\/a>) mentioned the challenges young African universities face in gaining global visibility. Expanding on the issue of inequality, Mahomed Moolla (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wits.ac.za\/\">University of the Witwatersrand<\/a>) emphasised the need for &#8220;<em>equal partnerships in an unequal world<\/em>\u201d, with co-creation essential to addressing historical imbalances.<\/p>\n<p>Anisa Khan (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.una-europa.eu\/\">UnaEuropa<\/a>) reinforced the importance of <strong>co-creation<\/strong>, describing it as &#8220;the first principle&#8221; for building trust and compelling collaborations, pointing to initiatives like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.una-europa.eu\/about\/una-vex\">UNAVEX<\/a> virtual exchange, encouraging academic cooperation across continents. Continuing the theme of partnership challenges, Alexandra Teod\u00f3sio (<a href=\"https:\/\/sea-eu.org\/\">SEA-EU<\/a>) spoke about collaborative maritime research with African institutions, made possible by projects like the <a href=\"https:\/\/sea-eu.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gateway-Declaration.pdf\">Global Gateway Declaration<\/a>.\u00a0 Marjanneke Vijge (<a href=\"https:\/\/charm-eu.eu\/\">Charm-EU<\/a>)\u00a0 pointed out the success of the <a href=\"https:\/\/charm-eu.eu\/capstone-publications\/\">Capstone<\/a> project in Senegal and South Africa, which led to joint research and exchanges. Laurent Thevenet (<a href=\"https:\/\/aurora-universities.eu\/\">Aurora<\/a>) discussed the alliance\u2019s projects to further connect universities across European and Africa. In sum, the session underscored that while collaboration between European and African universities shows promise, challenges like global recognition and resource disparities persist.<\/p>\n<h3>The Alliances and the way forward<\/h3>\n<p>Internationalisation remains central to Europe\u2019s strategy, driving competitiveness and strengthening its leadership in research and innovation. European University Alliances have immense potential to transform global higher education, yet they still face challenges like unequal resources, structural challenges, and managing diverse partnerships. Ukraine\u2019s involvement is promising but slowed by infrastructure and funding shortfalls, while alliances with African universities require overcoming disparities.<\/p>\n<p>The event underscored the importance <strong>of co-creation<\/strong>, <strong>trust<\/strong>, and <strong>collective<\/strong> <strong>branding<\/strong> in forging a unified European higher education identity. <strong>Diversified funding<\/strong> is also crucial. While DG EAC provides vital support, additional contributions from other DGs, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/about-european-commission\/departments-and-executive-agencies\/research-and-innovation_en\">DG RTD<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/social\/home.jsp\">DG Employment<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/about-european-commission\/departments-and-executive-agencies\/international-partnerships_en\">DG INTPA<\/a>, are critical for long-term sustainability. <strong>National governments<\/strong> must also play their part by investing in these efforts, recognising that the EU\u2019s role is to supplement, not replace, their contributions to the success of these alliances.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ultimately, as these alliances push the \u2018new frontiers\u2019 of internationalisation, their success in shaping a more equitable global education system will depend on sustained commitment, strategic planning, capacity building, and addressing existing inequalities, ensuring a lasting impact in Europe and beyond.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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