EU chief calls for economic independence and security overhaul in speech
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined plans for EU security, economic independence, and business growth in her State of the Union address.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her sixth State of the Union address, laying out priorities to strengthen the bloc's global position amidst growing geopolitical instability. Speaking alongside Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, she advocated for a new European security framework and reduced economic dependence on major powers like China and the United States.
Von der Leyen urged reforms to boost competitiveness, stating that "Europe must be a place where it is easy to do business, easy to invest, and easy to expand." Her agenda also highlighted high energy costs, migration policy overhaul, artificial intelligence regulation, and climate adaptation, specifically citing recent wildfires in Croatia.
Sources: HRT Vijesti, Index, Poslovni dnevnik
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