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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

  • 18 December 2024
  • Brussels
EU-Western Balkans Summit
  • 19 December 2024
  • Brussels
European Council
  • 20 December 2024
  • Brussels
Meeting with Ulf Kristersson, Prime Minister of Sweden

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