24 September 2025, ReSPA Premises

ReSPA had the great pleasure of welcoming Mr Mathieu Bousquet, Director for Enlargement Coordination, Strategy and Investments at the Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood (DG ENEST), Ms Sandra Laquelle, Policy Officer, and Mr Billie Bell, Policy Assistant to the Director.

The discussions were in-depth and forward-looking, focusing on ReSPA’s ongoing activities, the programmatic vision for 2026–2028, as well as the strategic and institutional pathways that will shape its work in the years ahead.

The European Commission remains ReSPA’s closest and most trusted partner. Built on strong bonds, mutual trust, and tangible results, this cooperation has already yielded significant achievements.

ReSPA is eager to continue deepening this collaboration and to build on the shared commitment to advancing good governance and reforms across the enlargement countries.