The Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) is one of Europe’s leading independent think tanks, founded in Brussels in 1983. CEPS conducts research on EU policies, covering areas such as finance, migration, security, climate change, digital innovation, and trade.

CEPS is known for its strong in-house research capacity and extensive network of partner institutes worldwide. It provides policy analysis, expert insights, and solutions for EU decision-making while maintaining institutional independence.

The organization is structured as a non-profit international association under Belgian law and is funded through corporate and institutional memberships, research projects, foundation grants, and conference fees.