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My view is that our era’s greatest challenges – from security to climate change to competitiveness - can only be solved through joint action. Against this backdrop, I believe Europe must choose its best option: Union.

President von der Leyen

Agenda

  • 26 April 2025
  • Vatican City
Funeral ceremony of His Holiness Pope Francis
  • 29-30 April 2025
  • Valencia
EPP Congress 2025

About the President

Ursula von der Leyen was the first woman to become President of the European Commission in 2019. She was elected for a second mandate by the European Parliament in July 2024, and will lead the Commission until the European elections in 2029.

Priorities for 2024-2029