Social security is key to Europe’s growth and competitiveness (Statement)
CEOs of statutory social security institutions from across Europe reaffirmed on 15 October 2025 at the 4th Annual ESIP Forum in Brussels, that strong, inclusive, and financially sustainable social protection systems are a pillar of European solidarity and a decisive factor for growth, stability, and competitiveness. At the same time, they recognised the growing challenges facing social security institutions, namely balancing rising expectations from citizens, employers, and policymakers while operating with limited resources and staff. To enable the necessary reforms and innovations, they underlined the need for adequate and sustainable resourcing.