EU Policy and Global Leadership from Ursula von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen: €1.5 billion to support Egypt’s reform agenda in 2024
Ursula von der Leyen affirms that Egypt remains a central and stable partner for Europe in a turbulent region. She states that the 2024 partnership is progressing with €1.5 billion to be ...
Revised NextGenEU Plan unlocks €10 billion, Ursula von der Leyen notes
Ursula von der Leyen announced that, following significant efforts, teams have agreed on a list of projects for a revised NextGenEU Plan. The new plan enables the unlocking of €10 billion, ...
Ursula von der Leyen: Ukraine set to receive €90 billion support loan after key ratification
Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Ukraine's parliament and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's team for their rapid work in ratifying the main documents related to the €90 billion Ukraine Support ...
Chips Act drives €32 billion in semiconductor funding, Ursula von der Leyen notes
Ursula von der Leyen highlights that the European Union's Chips Act, introduced three years ago, has already resulted in over €32 billion in semiconductor investments across Europe. She adds ...
Ursula von der Leyen projects €4B in duty savings for EU exporters
Ursula von der Leyen highlighted significant economic potential during her meeting with the Indian and European business community in Delhi. Under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), European ...
Ursula von der Leyen announces 90 billion euro aid to Ukraine
Ursula von der Leyen revealed that the European Council has decided to provide 90 billion euros in financing to Ukraine for the next two years. This announcement followed her call with President ...
Ursula von der Leyen approves €90 B for Ukraine financing
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a significant financial pledge aimed at supporting Ukraine's immediate needs. Through EU borrowing on capital markets, €90 billion ...
Ursula von der Leyen urges investment shift to Western Balkans
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has urged investors to start looking towards the Western Balkans for new opportunities. In a recent statement, she emphasized the integration ...
Ursula von der Leyen condemns Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilians
Ursula von der Leyen has condemned the recent attacks on Ukrainian civilians, emphasizing the EU's support for Ukraine as it faces Russian aggression. She highlighted the dire situation at the ...
Ursula von der Leyen aims to boost EU innovation through streamlined rules
Ursula von der Leyen has announced a push to improve funding access and streamline regulations for innovative companies across the European Union. This initiative aims to enable start-ups to scale ...
Ursula von der Leyen commits €4 billion to bolster Ukraine's defense
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced a significant financial package in support of Ukraine, amounting to €4 billion. This funding is aimed at strengthening Ukraine's ...
Ursula von der Leyen: EU supports Moldova's choice for democracy
Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed the European Union's support for Moldova's commitment to democracy and freedom. Through a message on social media, she emphasized the EU's stance against any ...
Ursula von der Leyen: Europe drives renewable rollout post-COP28
Ursula von der Leyen recently acknowledged the historical significance of COP28 in uniting the world behind renewables and energy efficiency. The president of the European Commission thanked ...
Ursula von der Leyen warns of EU response to Russian airspace violation
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged support for Estonia following Russia's recent violation of EU airspace. Von der Leyen emphasized a firm and unified response from ...
Ursula von der Leyen pushes for unified EU competitiveness strategy
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has underscored the urgency for a unified strategy to enhance the EU's competitiveness. In a recent statement, she emphasized the need ...
Ursula von der Leyen prioritizes Draghi report in EU Commission policies
Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the significance of Mario Draghi's report on competitiveness as a cornerstone for the European Commission's policy framework. The commission translated the ...
Ursula von der Leyen condemns Russian violation of EU airspace with Romania
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, strongly condemned Russia's recent incursion into Romanian airspace. She described the move as a blatant violation of EU sovereignty and ...
Ursula von der Leyen welcomes release of political prisoners in Belarus
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has commended the release of political prisoners in Belarus, emphasizing it as a positive development. Among those freed is Mikalai Khilo, who ...
Ursula von der Leyen calls for reunification of abducted Ukrainian children
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has highlighted the urgent need to reunite abducted Ukrainian children with their families. In a heartfelt statement, von der Leyen ...
Ursula von der Leyen strengthens EU trade with new agreements
Ursula von der Leyen highlights the European Union's position as the world’s largest trading block, boasting 76 trading partners. In a strategic move to bolster this standing, Von der Leyen ...
Ursula von der Leyen highlights historic EU-U.S. trade impact
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, emphasized the significant economic alliance between the European Union and the United States in a recent Twitter post. She ...
