Category Archives: Ethics, Research & Health


Scientific research and technological development make a major contribution to the integral development and the quality of life of human beings, especially, but not only, in the area of health where new therapeutic options become increasingly available. They are also an important motor of economic growth. COMECE chiefly covers the bioethical issues that arise at the EU level in the ambits of health and of research, although the main competences with regard to these matters remain largely at the Member States’ level. COMECE is assisted in this mission by a Working Group on Ethics.
Ethics, Research & Health, Policy Areas, Press

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VIDEO | Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica humanitas presented in Brussels

The full video recording of the high-level presentation of Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica humanitas, organised by the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) on 14 October in Brussels, is now available on the COMECE YouTube channel. Watch it now: Part 1 – Part 2 – Part 3 The successful event, held at the Chapel for Europe in the context … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, Policy Areas, Press

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EVENT | How can Europe respond to the challenges of the digital revolution?

How can Europe respond to the challenges that the digital revolution is bringing to the world of work? This question will be at the heart of the presentation of ¿Cómo responde Europa? Revolución digital y transformación del trabajo, published by the Fundación Pablo VI and coordinated by Domingo Sugranyes, to be held in Brussels on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, from 9:30 to 11:00. Registration now … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, Plenary Assembly, Policy Areas, Press

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Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica humanitas to be presented in Brussels on 14 October. Registration for online participation still open

Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica humanitas will be officially presented in Brussels on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, during a high-level public event organised by the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) at the Chapel for Europe, from 19:00 to 21:00 CET. The event will bring together representatives of the Holy See and the EU, as well as leading experts in … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, Plenary Assembly, Policy Areas, Press

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Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Magnifica humanitas to be presented in Brussels on 14 October 2026: Registration now open

Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica humanitas will be officially presented in Brussels on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, during a high-level public event organised by the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) at the Chapel for Europe, from 19:00 to 21:00 (CET). The event will feature contributions from EU and Church representatives, as well as experts in Artificial Intelligence. Registration is … Continue reading »

Education & Culture, Ethics, Research & Health, Policy Areas, Press

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EVENT | Reflecting on Europe’s freedom and future: book presentation with Prof. Elmar Nass at the European Parliament

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) invites you to join a breakfast event at the European Parliament in Brussels on 29 September 2026, from 8.30 to 9.30 am, for the presentation of Fr. Prof. Elmar Nass’ new book, Europe’s Dream of Freedom. For Unity and Resilience in the Global Clash of Cultures. Registration | Poster At a time of profound … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

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EVENT | COMECE draws attention to the “Premières rencontres européennes des Bernardins” conference

COMECE is pleased to draw attention to the conference “Premières rencontres européennes des Bernardins”, an important gathering dedicated to reflecting on the future of Europe and the values underpinning the European project. The event will take place on Saturday, 12 September 2026, from 08:15 to 18:45 at the Collège des Bernardins, 20 rue de Poissy, 75005 Paris, France. COMECE document | More info The event … Continue reading »

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“Artificial Intelligence must serve the human person”, COMECE stresses at Article 17 TFEU Seminar

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) participated in the Article 17 TFEU Seminar, “Health and Well-being in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Communities Tackling Isolation and Digital Risks”, held at the European Parliament on 9 June 2026. Read Prof. Agius’ speech Hosted by MEP Antonella Sberna, Vice-President of the European Parliament and responsible for Article 17 of the Treaty on … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, EU External Affairs, Policy Areas, Press

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High-level conference reflects on “outer space as a new frontier of the common good”

On 9 June 2026, the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), in cooperation with the Caritas in Veritate Foundation hosted a High-level Conference on the theme: “Outer space: A New Frontier of the Common Good”. Bringing together representatives of the Catholic Church and EU institutions, diplomats, academics and experts, the event provided an opportunity to reflect on the ethical, political and … Continue reading »