ObjectiveThe conference will discuss the recent milestones achieved towards the banking union and its future. The creation of the Single Supervisory Mechanism (SSM), the proposed Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM) and the imminent structural reform of EU banks will be examined in the context of a more reliable banking sector in the Eurozone, enhanced financial stability, reduced contagion risks in the Euro area and substantial changes in the financial supervisory architecture at European and national levels.Key topicsOverview of the SSM and SRM regimeEuropean and national financial supervisionConsequences of the financial crisisFuture perspectives for the banking union