Civil Society Dialogue on the Trade Sustainability Impact Assessment in support of FTA negotiations between the EU and the GCC countries

• Date: 23/09/2026, 10:00-11:30
• Location: Jean Rey room, Berlaymont Building, European Commission & WEBEX

Meeting details

Registration closes on: Friday 18 September 2026 at 12:00

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At this meeting, the European Commission will present and discuss with civil society the results of the heat maps produced by the ongoing Trade Sustainability Impact Assessment. 

The heat maps under discussion will outline preliminary findings that inform the comprehensive impact analysis by identifying topics that require further attention. 

Additionally, the meeting will provide an opportunity for an exchange of views with civil society organisations on the EU’s trade policy with the Gulf region and the road ahead. 

Speakers

Lead speaker

• Léon Delvaux, Director, Trade in Goods and Industrial Policy, Directorate-General for Trade and Economic Secuity, European Commission.
• Dr. Koen Berden, Trade Impact B. V.

Moderator

• Civil Society Coordination - Transparency, Civil society and Communication Unit, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission

Agenda

1. Introduction.
2. Presentation of the heat map results.
3. Open discussion with stakeholders.

This is a hybrid meeting. We would be grateful if participants could arrive 30 minutes in advance. There will be a welcome desk in the security screening area of the Berlaymont building where IDs will be checked for security clearance. Please bring with you the confirmation of your V-pass and an ID card or passport.

The meeting will take place via WEBEX. Webex access code and password will be sent to registered participants. We would be grateful if participants could launch their WEBEX connection at least 30 minutes in advance of the meeting so that any technical problems can be arranged in time before the meeting.