The Former Members Association’s annual Dinner Debate took place on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, from 18:30 to 21:30. The event wase hosted in the elegant Members’ Restaurant of the European Parliament in Brussels. The dinner coincided with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Association.
The evening began with a cocktail reception featuring a welcome message from Vice President Katarina Barley. Following the reception, European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius opened the dinner with a keynote speech titled: “The way to achieve a genuine European Defence Union.” His speech was followed by an interactive exchange with FMA members.
To ensure a seamless experience for all guests, English and French interpretation was available throughout the event.