War in Europe, geopolitical twists and turns. As Europe is challenged by the harsh realities of an increasingly contested 21st century, Europe must unlock its economic powers and revisit historical entrepreneurial instincts to protect its way of life.

Years of underwhelming economic competitiveness and poor productivity growth, and insufficient spending on military defense, has put Europe in a rather uncomfortable position. But it's not all doom and gloom.

It's not too late for Europe to revisit its once strong innovational and entrepreneurial spirit, a spirit that under the pressure from increasing outside threats shows signs of coming to life again.