Public Lecture - Philip Aghion

On June 2, 2026, world-renowned economist and 2025 Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences Philippe Aghion will visit Bulgaria for the first time at the invitation of Green Transition Forum, where he will deliver a special public lecture.

This event offers a rare opportunity to hear in person one of the most influential economic thinkers of the 21st century — Professor at the Collège de France and INSEAD, former Harvard professor, and a key architect of modern growth, innovation, and green transition policies in Europe and beyond.

Why you should not miss this lecture

At a time when economic growth, climate policy, and competitiveness are increasingly portrayed as conflicting goals, Philippe Aghion addresses the fundamental questions shaping the future of economies and societies:

📌 What does economic growth look like when it is both sustainable and competitive?
📌 Can innovation and the green transition become engines of growth rather than economic costs?
📌 What is the role of markets, institutions, and public policy in building long-term prosperity?

Lecture topic

The New Architecture of Economic Growth

In this lecture, Aghion will present his vision of the economy as a living system — one that evolves through knowledge, competition, education, and bold public choices. He will explain why sustainability should be seen as a source of innovation and competitiveness, not a constraint, and why the green transition represents a strategic opportunity for economies thinking beyond short-term cycles.

A defining feature of Aghion’s work is its real-world impact. His ideas extend far beyond academia and are actively used in policy frameworks, regulations, and long-term strategies by governments, international institutions, central banks, and business leaders worldwide.

 

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⚠️ Seats are limited — secure yours today and take part in one of the most important strategic conversations on the future of economic growth, innovation, and the green transition.