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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16h

Welcome to Brussels, President Tô Lâm. Our free trade agreement has increased trade by 53%. And our new EU-Vietnam Strategic Partnership and Global Gateway are delivering.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 21/10/2026

Important conversation on AI with Bill Gates and digital CEOs. We have to strike the right balance. Between the huge potential AI holds for our industry, healthcare, innovation and so much more. And its regulation, ensuring trustworthiness and our cyber security.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 21/10/2026

Our competitiveness also depends on fair competition globally. Dialogue can deliver to address imbalances. But when they are deep and structural, it’s not enough.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 21/10/2026

Competitiveness starts at home. And we’re doing our homework. Simplifying rules, across the board. Making affordable and clean energy flow with an upcoming Energy Union roadmap. And lifting the remaining barriers to our market, our best asset ↓ link.europa.eu/BcjQB7

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 20/10/2026

We deeply regret the ratification today by the Libyan Parliament of the so-called Libyan-Türkiye Memorandum of Understanding on the delimitation of maritime jurisdictions in the Mediterranean Sea.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 20/10/2026

Our strategy is also about the economy. We want to work for a prosperous and economically secure Arctic. That delivers for the people who call it home. The families, communities, Indigenous Peoples & young people who want to build their future there. We keep them at the heart of our approach.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 20/10/2026

Today, we adopt our new 🇪🇺 Arctic Strategy. The Arctic is where the tectonic plates of geopolitics collide head-on. It requires us to change our strategic posture. And work with like-minded partners that share our values ↓ link.europa.eu/88fkfg

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 19/10/2026

Close, connected and critical to our future. This is the Arctic. Europe’s Northern Neighborhood. Tomorrow, we’re presenting a new Strategy for our common geographical and political space.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

On Ukraine. Our support is as strong as ever - from budget to defence. But as Russia escalates its reckless war of aggression, Ukraine has additional needs. Europe will step up. And so must our global partners. We will keep working with Ukraine and the US towards a just and sustainable peace.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

On the next EU budget. It was explicitly designed to address our priorities. So we need to keep ambition. That means enough flexibility to respond to crises. And a strong package of new own resources.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

On energy. Households and industry are paying the price for a war far beyond our borders. On the short-term, we are acting at global and EU level.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

We have had a long and dense European Council. After these two days of discussions, the way ahead is clearer. We will continue to deliver ↓ link.europa.eu/6VCdM7

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

Doorstep with President Zelenskyy and President Costa ahead of the European Council meeting link.europa.eu/QGMFcm

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 14/10/2026

A competitive Europe needs social fairness. With quality jobs, decent livelihoods and thriving businesses.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 14/10/2026

Europe’s steadfast support to Ukraine matters more than ever. To help protect its skies, save lives, defend its land. With today’s disbursement, we keep addressing Ukraine’s most urgent operational needs. Including drones and missiles. link.europa.eu/4H4YBT

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 10/10/2026

This Mental Health Day, ask your kids how they are. Young Europeans spend on average 4 to 6 hours a day on screens. Engaging with some of the most sophisticated technology ever created. For years, platforms have been playing fast and loose with our children's mental health.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

Congratulations to lawyer and human rights activist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on her Nobel Peace Prize. Few have devoted their lives to justice, peace and human dignity like she did.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Good meeting with Nikos Christodulides at the MED9. We discussed the Cyprus settlement process. And we talked about the next steps on Cyprus’ path into Schengen. Our exchange also focused on next week’s crucial EUCO, where we will discuss lowering energy prices and the cost of living.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Bon échange avec Emmanuel Macron à Split. Deux priorités étroitement liées seront au cœur du prochain Conseil européen. D’abord, les prix de l’énergie et les actions de la Commission européenne pour contenir leur hausse.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Félicitations à Henri Kagan of France and Kenso Soai of Japan for winning this year's Nobel Prize in chemistry. Their discoveries have opened new avenues for scientific research, including the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Good to be in beautiful Split for this year's MED9 Summit. The Mediterranean is the blue heart of our Union.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Russia is pursuing a deliberate strategy of terror. Trying to make daily life impossible for Ukrainians who want to live in peace. To protect people and infrastructure, Europe is stepping up. Others must step up their support too. link.europa.eu/wVRbcN

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

20 years ago, Anna Politkovskaya was murdered for speaking truth to power in Putin’s Russia. She exposed the brutality of war. She gave a voice to its victims. And she refused to be intimidated into silence. This cost her life. But her memory is carried by so many to this day.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 06/10/2026

Timely meeting with Andrej Plenković ahead of the MED9 summit. We discussed our ongoing efforts to tackle current high energy prices.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 06/10/2026

Tackling high energy costs is our priority. To protect those most in need. Address structural problems. And make sure we come out of this crisis stronger than we entered it ↓ link.europa.eu/Bg6QPv

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 05/10/2026

Herzlichen Glückwunsch an Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel and their American colleague Karl Deisseroth for winning this year's Nobel Prize for medicine. Their research marks a breakthrough in our understanding of the human brain.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

Our citizens need and deserve affordable energy. As G7, we will closely coordinate towards to achieve this goal. We welcome the decision of G7 countries not to impose any export bans on allies and the continued solidarity between partners. link.europa.eu/kNHfJM

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

North Macedonia has made the Growth Plan a real success. With more EU investments coming very soon. We are getting closer, also on AI, with our new AI Factory Antenna, called VEZILKA. This is gradual integration at its best ↓ link.europa.eu/CkMbM9

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

🇲🇰 North Macedonia belongs with us in the EU. There is one key step you need to take to move forward. The enlargement momentum is real. And North Macedonia should seize it.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

With this disbursement, we are helping safeguard Ukraine’s financial stability today. We’re also building the foundations for its recovery tomorrow. Because Europe stands by Ukraine’s side. And will do so for as long as it takes. link.europa.eu/pdHPyb

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

The inauguration of the new National Coordination Centre is truly a milestone towards your EU future. We are preparing for Montenegro’s borders to become European Union borders.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

The work is now advancing to prepare your Accession Treaty. Next week, the @ec.europa.eu will present its pre-enlargement policy reviews. To make sure the EU is ready to welcome new members. You are getting ready. So are we ↓ link.europa.eu/NXr9qm

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

🇲🇪 We believe in Montenegro ’28 by 28’. And we will support you all the way. The finish line is in sight. And crossing it would send a powerful signal across the Western Balkans: Reforms deliver. And EU membership is within reach.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

Very nice visit at Pristina's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences alongside students. Those students who will drive innovation in their countries. Create companies, jobs and growth. And prepare Kosovo's EU future.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

We know how deeply European the people of Kosovo feel. And we can get closer already today. From roaming to investments, the Growth Plan can help fulfil your aspirations. For this we need to see a surge in reforms and fully functioning institutions.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

Institutional stability is crucial for Kosovo. It's the foundation for everything else. Reforms. Growth. And progress on the European path. We have seen recently that dialogue between political parties is possible. And you should build on it ↓ link.europa.eu/cxTfKW

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

Following up on our productive meeting in New York, our teams have made good progress today. link.europa.eu/JrHkpF

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

When the devastating 2019 earthquake struck, Europe stood by Albania. And we stand by you to this day. EU4Schools is a moving example of this solidarity. It rebuilt 63 schools. Schools like Emin Duraku, which I have the pleasure of visiting today.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026

Albania is among the frontrunners in our accession process. And for all frontrunners we are preparing accession roadmaps. These roadmaps will turn the path to membership into concrete steps ↓ link.europa.eu/JHkpDc

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026

Glad to start my tour of the Western Balkans in Albania. Dear Edi Rama, you are working hard to turn Albania’s European dream into reality.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 29/09/2026

Our infrastructure must adapt to a changing climate. A more volatile world. And a Union that is growing larger. We need to build the transport system for the decades ahead. We need to build a true Transport Union ↓ link.europa.eu/dPtH3y

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 28/09/2026

Good meeting with Mindaugas Sinkevičius ahead of the 🇱🇹 Presidency of the Council in January. We have busy months ahead of us.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 28/09/2026

Europe is stepping up massively on defence. Today, we are moving forward with five major joint projects: drones, air defence, space, maritime security and our Eastern Flank. Five areas that are crucial to European security. And where we need to move fast.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 26/09/2026

Conflict. Extreme weather. Rising living costs. Millions of people are affected across the globe. Europe is stepping up to support them ↓

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 24/09/2026

Dear President Kast, thank you for Chile’s contribution to our OceanEye Alliance this morning. The 🇪🇺🇨🇱 partnership is growing stronger and stronger. Trade has surged by 160% over the past two decades.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 24/09/2026

Dear Nikol Pashinyan, it is good to see you as always. We are bringing Armenia closer to the EU and working on a peaceful and prosperous South Caucasus. We are building roads and bridges with our €200 million connectivity package. And bridges between people, with our peace-fostering investments.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026

This summer was the summer of truth. The past months were the hottest on record. But they also may be the coolest for the years to come. Europe remains firmly on course. Driving both emissions and energy prices down, for a sustainable future ↓ link.europa.eu/KWVnw9

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026

Very good meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at #UNGA. The EU values its partnership with Pakistan. Our Strategic Engagement Plan reflects both the breadth of this partnership and the shared commitment to democracy, the rule of law, human rights and civic space.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026

A good meeting with President Al-Sharaa in the margins of #UNGA. The EU remains a reliable partner for a peaceful, stable and inclusive transition in Syria, free from harmful foreign interference.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/09/2026

Together we have raised €211 million for Global Ocean Observation! Thank you to all the countries that have stepped up for a better life with and on our blue planet.

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