Contributing to European and global economic policy-making
Bruegel is a European think tank working in the field of international economics. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. It seeks to contribute to European and global economic policy-making through open, fact-based and policy-relevant research, analysis and debate. Bruegel‘s governance and funding model is unique. Its membership includes EU governments and leading international corporations. Its day-to-day work is carried out at arm‘s length from members‘ interests.
Bruegel: what's in the name?
'Bruegel' stands for "BRUssels European and Global Economic Laboratory". The name underscores that Europe does not operate in a vacuum but rather in concert with other regions and institutions worldwide.
The name Bruegel also pays tribute to Pieter Bruegel ("the Elder"), widely considered to have been one of the most innovative painters of the Low Countries in the 16th Century.
Bruegel's Scientific Council
The Scientific Committee advises Bruegel and its Board on future research needs and provides feedback and evaluation on research ex post. It consists of 8 individuals recognised internationally in the academic world.
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Bruegel's Board
The Board decides on strategy and adopts the research programme and budget. The Board does not bear responsibility for research results ‚ this remains with individual researchers, under the overall editorial oversight of Director Jean Pisani-Ferry.
The Board, chaired by Leszek Balcerowicz, consists of 11 members, all with distinguished backgrounds in government, business, civil society, academia and media.
Bruegel's Members
Bruegel draws its unique nature from a balanced partnership between private and public stakeholders. Its member base is currently composed of EU member states, international corporations and international institutions.
Bruegel's staff
Bruegel comprises a core fellowship of top researchers from around the world, resident and non-resident, plus a team of operational staff.