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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

Weekly agenda

  • 29 October 2026
  • Montreal
EU-Canada Business Roundtable
  • 30 October 2026
  • Montreal
Meeting with President Costa and Prime Minister Carney
  • 30 October 2026
  • Montreal
EU-Canada Summit

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