In collaboration with KnowledgeRights21, we proudly present the 5th Freedom project in our innovation lab!

🔎 In this Innovation Lab episode, Dr. Paul Rübig, a European policymaker and champion of the 5th Freedom highlights why knowledge must be treated as a human right and a strategic asset for Europe’s competitiveness. He explains how aligning national and regional research programs under FP10 can transform 27 fragmented ideas into one powerful European vision.

This episode explores how Europe can move beyond funding gaps to create a genuine knowledge economy. Rübig’s message is clear: the 5th Freedom is not just about policy—it’s about building Europe’s future on innovation, education, and fairness.

Key quotes:
🗣️ “Knowledge should be a benefit for the people. That’s why the 5th Freedom of research, knowledge, and innovation is so crucial for the competitiveness of the European Union.”
🗣️ “It’s not only a question of money; it’s a question of structure and political measures. The reduction of national barriers is quite important.”
🗣️ “It’s a human right to get access to global knowledge.”
🗣️ “For research and science, knowledge should be free of charge. But for commercial use, it should be a fair bargain.”
🗣️ “The creation of knowledge has a big benefit for those ready to put it to the market — but the people who created it must get a fair share.”

📌 About Our Guest
🎙️ Dr. Paul Rübig | European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)
🌐https://www.ruebig.eu/
🌐linkedin.com/in/paulruebig 

Our bite-sized videos bring you:

↪️ Expert predictions on the future of Europe’s competitive edge in a knowledge-driven economy.

↪️ Crucial insights on what policymakers should (1) enable—bold investments in research and innovation—and (2) avoid—barriers that limit the free movement of ideas and talent.

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