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We took note of the announcement by President Trump. We want to give negotiations a chance. While finalising the adoption of the EU countermeasures that saw strong support from our Member States, we will put them on hold for 90 days.

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I welcome President Trump’s announcement to pause reciprocal tariffs. It’s an important step towards stabilizing the global economy. Clear, predictable conditions are essential for trade and supply chains to function.

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🚨EU COMMISSION STATEMENT🚨 EU Member States have voted in favour of the European Commission's proposal to introduce trade countermeasures against the US. They can be suspended at any time should the US agree to a fair & balanced negotiated outcome. Full statement👇 europa.eu/!xDcp9C

submitted 8 days ago • 3 comments

Dear Jonas Gahr Støre, in the face of common challenges, our cooperation makes us stronger. From support to Ukraine and defence to the way we are going about US tariffs ⭣ europa.eu/!mWqd7w

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President von der Leyen gave a press statement, together with the President of the European Council António Costa, following the EU-Central Asia summit ↓

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When our partners grow and prosper, Europe grows too. This is how a partnership should be. This is our vision. And this the Global Gateway method. My remarks at the press conference → europa.eu/!796TQK

submitted 13 days ago • 124 comments

Read the President's speech at the Samarkand Climate Forum here: europa.eu/!9y4X67

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The President spoke at the first EU-Central Asia summit this morning. Read her speech here: europa.eu/!PGwPNd

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President von der Leyen is in Samarkand, Uzbekistan to attend the first ever EU-Central Asia Summit.

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I would like to speak to my fellow Europeans ↓

submitted 14 days ago • 339 comments

The universal tariffs announced by the US are a major blow to businesses and consumers worldwide. Europe is prepared to respond. We'll always protect our interests and values. We're also ready to engage. And to go from confrontation to negotiation. Full statement → europa.eu/!mHxFMh

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Europe did not start the tariff confrontation. Tariffs are taxes, paid by the people. But Europe has everything to protect our people and our prosperity. We will always promote & defend our interests and values. And we will always stand up for Europe. Full speech → europa.eu/!GDTK6R

submitted 16 days ago • 130 comments

This 4th Ukraine meeting was another demonstration of European unity. In making the Ukrainian Armed Forces the best security guarantee to defend their country. Today and in the long term. To achieve peace, Ukraine must be strong, Europe must be strong.

submitted 21 days ago • 51 comments

📍 In Paris for the 4th Ukraine meeting. We’re working to strengthen Ukraine’s security - and Europe’s as a whole. Reinforcing Ukraine to defend itself is the starting point. We also need a common and long-term plan. This is our Readiness 2030 plan.

submitted 21 days ago • 28 comments

I deeply regret the US decision to impose tariffs on EU automotive exports. Tariffs are taxes – bad for businesses, worse for consumers, in the US and the EU. The EU will continue to seek negotiated solutions, while safeguarding its economic interests. → europa.eu/!tjdTCy

submitted 21 days ago • 94 comments

New realities require a new level of preparedness in Europe. We’ve launched the Preparedness Union Strategy to support Member States and enhance Europe's capability to prevent and respond to emerging threats. Press release ↓ europa.eu/!y9Xx8p

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Opening remarks by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Costa following the meeting of the European Council of 20 March 2025 ↓ europa.eu/!8ptP49

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We're presenting the White Paper for European Defence and the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030. Our aim: ☑️respond to the short-term urgency of supporting Ukraine; ☑️address the pressing long-term need to boost Europe's security and defence. More info ↓ europa.eu/!J9qy7c

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By 2030, Europe must have a strong European defence posture. To get there, we need to move now. This is Readiness 2030 ↓ europa.eu/!3vJkgT

submitted 30 days ago • 48 comments

Opening remarks by President von der Leyen at the plenary session of the EU-South Africa Summit ↓ europa.eu/!F8gYM8

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Press statement by President von der Leyen with Commissioner Šefčovič on EU countermeasures to US tariffs ↓ europa.eu/!Pwf48y

submitted 36 days ago • 0 comments

Commission responds to unjustified US steel and aluminium tariffs with countermeasures. ❗️ Follow on EBS the press statement by President von der Leyen and Commissioner Šefčovič from Strasbourg at 08:00. europa.eu/!rcMqWy

submitted 36 days ago • 0 comments

Commission 2024-2029: First 100 days

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Three months into the mandate, the Commission has stayed the course and delivered on our goals for Europe. Prosperity, security and democracy. Despite turbulent times, we have hit the ground running ↓ europa.eu/!gGqDXp

submitted 39 days ago • 46 comments

Opening remarks by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Costa following the meeting of the European Council of 6 March 2025 ↓ europa.eu/!XQhQdX

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📢 Press conference by President von der Leyen on Sunday 9 March at 12:00 CET ahead of the first 100 days of her second mandate. She will take stock of the Commission's achievements so far and outline its priorities for the coming months.

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Press statement by President von der Leyen on the signing of the European Social Dialogue ↓ europa.eu/!rFfdmF

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Europe’s automotive industry is in the midst of rapid technological changes, while aiming to maintain competitiveness and job security. We propose actions to drive the industry forward by switching from: 👇🏽

submitted 43 days ago • 8 comments

We are living in dangerous times. Europe‘s security is threatened in a very real way. Today I present ReArm Europe. A plan for a safer and more resilient Europe ↓ europa.eu/!MFPVMC

submitted 44 days ago • 234 comments

More innovative. More competitive. Our Action Plan on Wednesday will focus on a thriving European car industry. It is not the end of the road for our Strategic Dialogue with the sector. We will keep on working and engaging. Read more → europa.eu/!QthpGq

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Doorstep by President von der Leyen at the leaders' meeting on Ukraine in London ↓ europa.eu/!CwYWtv

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First visit of President von der Leyen and the College of Commissioners outside Europe. Today is no ordinary day. The planets are aligned – and so are Europe and India.

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Europe and India both believe that tech should serve people. Not the other way around. Starting with AI. It will be at the heart of our Strategic Agenda. The next AI Summit hosted by you, dear Narendra Modi, will take stock of our progress. My statement at joint press point ↓ europa.eu/!7kYGcF

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New package of proposals to provide substantial simplification in the fields of sustainability and investment programmes. We are creating the conditions for EU businesses to thrive, attract investment and achieve our shared goals. Press release ↓ europa.eu/!j6DPdj

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The Action Plan on Affordable Energy is as a key component of the Clean Industrial Deal. Short-term measures to lower energy costs, complete the Energy Union, attract investments and be better prepared for potential energy crises. Press release ↓ europa.eu/!W4mp74

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We've presented the Clean Industrial Deal, a bold business plan to support the competitiveness and resilience of our industry. The Deal will accelerate decarbonisation, while securing the future of manufacturing in Europe. Press release ↓ europa.eu/!4mBqfX

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On the third anniversary of Russia’s unjustified war, I’m honoured to be in Ukraine with President von der Leyen and the College of Commissioners. To the people of Ukraine, we stand with you in solidarity, in grief and in hope. Your resilience inspires us all.

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Statement by President von der Leyen at the International Summit on the Support of Ukraine in Kyiv↓ europa.eu/!JQGJm8

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Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with Barbadian Prime Minister Mottley ↓ europa.eu/!bFnmH7

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We've presented our Vision for Agriculture and Food, an ambitious roadmap on the future of farming and food in Europe. This mandate will be key to ensuring the long-term competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of our farming and food sector. ↓ europa.eu/!Yhnhwv

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Speech by President von der Leyen at the Munich Security Conference 2025 ↓ europa.eu/!BFmmgN

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Dear Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Europe stands with you for a just and lasting peace, with strong security guarantees. We will keep providing continued and stable support to Ukraine. And speed up work on your EU accession. Joint read-out with @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu ↓ europa.eu/!MfPPPC

submitted 62 days ago • 88 comments

Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press point with Bavarian Minister-President Söder ↓ europa.eu/!cVYnPm

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Erklärung von Präsidentin von der Leyen auf dem gemeinsamen Pressetermin mit dem bayerischen Ministerpräsidenten Söder ↓ europa.eu/!cVYnPm

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An important step to ensure independent and pluralistic media in the EU. The new European Board for Media Services, a milestone of the European Media Freedom Act, begins its work supporting the independent functioning of media providers ↓

submitted 64 days ago • 12 comments

Speech by President von der Leyen at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit ↓ europa.eu/!yFHKyT

submitted 65 days ago • 0 comments

I deeply regret the U.S. decision to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum exports. The EU will act to safeguard its economic interests. We will protect our workers, businesses and consumers. Read more → europa.eu/!9TPG6B

submitted 65 days ago • 461 comments

Today, we connect the Baltic states to the continental European electricity grid. We’re cutting the last remaining links with Russia. Freedom from threats and blackmail, at last. This is a historic day ↓ europa.eu/!Rw3qWC

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