Ursula von der Leyen, European Union

Europe extends hand to US, warns of 'race to bottom'
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned on Tuesday of the risk of a 'global race to the bottom' using economic tools such as sanctions, export controls and tariffs.
Ursula von der Leyen reaffirms EU's commitment to Paris climate agreement
Speaking at the Davos Summit, Ursula von der Leyen emphasided the EU's dedication to the Paris climate agreement and urged international cooperation, despite Trump’s decision to withdraw. View on euro
Ursula von der Leyen Warns Against Global Race to the Bottom
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned of a 'global race to the bottom' using economic tools like sanctions and tariffs. She emphasized the need for innovation and cooperation to maintain global economic bonds,
Von der Leyen takes aim at China and signals to Trump in cautious Davos speech
The European Commission chief did not explicitly mention the new US president or his trade policies, but underscored the number of American jobs tied to European trade.
Ursula von der Leyen wins Charlemagne prize for work on European unity
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been awarded the Charlemagne Prize 2025 in recognition of her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine. View on euronews
Von der Leyen announces visit to India
Von der Leyen’s announcement followed on the heels of a positive visit to Belgium by Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, during which he met European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič. The next round of talks on a free-trade agreement has been set for March 10-14 in Brussels.
Von der Leyen signals EU willingness to work with US in Davos speech
DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) -The European Union wants to engage and negotiate with U.S. President Donald Trump, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday, warning of the risk of a "global race to the bottom" using tools such as tariffs.
EU must be 'pragmatic' towards Trump's US - von der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has called for the bloc to "deepen" ties with China and boost relations with India, while taking a "pragmatic" approach with Donald Trump's new US administration.
Video. Ursula von der Leyen reaffirms EU's commitment to Paris Agreement
Video. Speaking at the Davos Summit, Ursula von der Leyen emphasided the EU's dedication to the Paris climate agreement and urged international cooperation, despite Trump’s decision to withdraw.
At Davos, EU vows pragmatism with Trump
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declared Tuesday that Europe was ready to negotiate with US President Donald Trump but the bloc will also seek to improve ties with China
Von der Leyen extends the hand of the EU to Trump, but without marginalizing China: "We will be pragmatic. Europe must change its way of acting beyond blocs and taboos"
The President of the European Commission defends an adaptation of the EU to the new environment "within our values" but taking advantage of "opportunities wherever they arise" without excluding China,
Trump presidency looms large over WEF gathering of global business leaders, heads of state
Trump's second presidency dominated proceedings at the World Economic Forum amid ominous warnings over the looming threat of ...
Belgian Court Throws Out Covid Vaccine Case Against EU Chief
A Belgian court dismissed a lawsuit against EU chief Ursula von der Leyen centred on text messages she exchanged with the head of vaccine maker Pfizer during negotiations for Covid jabs, her lawyer ...
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EU Commission's Strategic First Visit to India: A New Era of Partnerships
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that her first official visit with the new Commission would be ...