Enrico, a Young Voice in the Brainstorming on the Future of Europe

AN ARTICLE PUBLISHED IN THE FINANCIAL TIMES AND THE PARTICIPATION IN A DEBATE WITH FACULTY AND JOURNALISTS ON THE FUTURE OF EUROPE. THE GREAT PASSION FOR INTERNATIONAL POLITICS OF THE STUDENT OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE HAS BEEN REWARDED

Enrico Ellero, a student of Economics and Finance (CLEF) passionate about international politics, is the winner for Bocconi University of the initiative ‘The Future of Europe Project’, a contest launched by the Financial Times (click here to learn more) that involved six universities. Enrico not only saw his article, ‘Germany’s weakness and the leadership problem’ published by FT but will also be among the speakers, on December 4, in a debate on the future of Europe with FT journalists, Bocconi faculty members and other students.

Born in Venice, he was the first in his family to develop such a strong interest in international politics. But he surely inherited his dedication and passion for studying from his parents: "My father is a mathematics professor, while my mother teacher literature and history," he says. “Mathematics did not catch my interest, but history did: I was always happy to listen to my mother talking about history and to watch documentaries. History is fundamental to understanding current events," explains Enrico, who dreams of a career at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or in the strategic sectors of Energy or Defence. “And also as financial and political analyst could be a stimulating path”.

“In my contribution, I discuss the possibility of a German leadership in Europe, highlighting the structural weaknesses that prevent Germany from taking off. At the basis of a real leadership there are several factors; economic strength alone is not enough," explains the student, who is also the new president of ALEPH - Strategic Analysis students association, which deepens the themes related to the world of institutional and economic intelligence. “I really appreciate the presence of so many associations on campus,” he continues. “Classes are the main source of learning, but being part of an association is something that completes your knowledge. And discussing the future of Europe with professors and journalists will be a further stimulating opportunity for confrontation and learning ".

by Benedetta Ciotto