The State of European Public Affairs Benchmarking Report 2025 is the Public Affairs Council’s first in-depth survey of European public affairs structures, strategies, budgets, and activities. The report highlights how the function is becoming more strategic in the face of rising geopolitical tensiosn and regulatory pressure, with increased visibility, bigger budgets, and expanded roles in ESG, risk, and reputation. It also examines how emerging technologies like AI are reshaping the landscape. Drawing on data from top companies and associations across Europe, the report provides both insights and guidance for navigating today’s complex environment, while allowing for comparisons with trends in the United States published in the Council’s report State of European Public Affairs.