EU Commission adopts draft Council recommendation on science diplomacy

The European Commission has adopted draft Council recommendations on science diplomacy, which will now be discussed by national delegations ahead of final adoption in May 2026. Academic publishers are recognised as non-state actors in science diplomacy — acknowledged for their expertise, international networks, and innovative capacity to open new avenues for innovation and strengthen global partnerships beyond traditional channels.

The science diplomacy document was released alongside a country monitor on research security, underscoring the complementary nature of the two areas in the current geopolitical context.