Ursula von der Leyen News

EU Unveils €400 Billion Crisis Fund in Historic €2 Trillion Budget Proposal for 2028-2034

The European Commission announces a €400 billion crisis fund within a €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, marking a significant step towards crisis preparedness and financial resilie...

European Markets React: Stocks Dip as EU Proposes a Groundbreaking €2 Trillion Budget for 2028-2034

European stocks closed lower after the EU unveiled a €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, featuring increased funding for border management, defense, and Ukraine support. Markets reac...

EU Delays Countermeasures Against US Tariffs Until August Amid Trade Tensions

The European Union has decided to extend its suspension of countermeasures against US tariffs until August, amid ongoing trade tensions. European Commission President Ursula von de...

German Chancellor Merz Confident in EU-US Trade Deal Success by Late July

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expresses confidence in reaching a trade agreement between the EU and the US by July's end, aiming for minimal customs duties. Discussions with US ...

European Court Rules Against EC in 'Pfizergate' Scandal Over Von der Leyen's Secret Texts

The European Court ruled the EC wrongfully denied access to texts between Von der Leyen and Pfizer's CEO, highlighting transparency issues in a multibillion-euro vaccine deal.

VDL Shares Insights on Productive Dialogue with Trump Over EU-US Trade Relations

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discusses her positive conversation with President Trump, focusing on EU-US trade relations and the importance of reaching a conc...

European Auto Giants Call for Immediate Response to US Tariff Challenges

European automotive leaders met with Ursula von der Leyen to discuss the adverse effects of US tariffs on trade and supply chains, urging quick policy action and the advancement of...

European Automotive Industry Calls for Immediate Response to US Tariff Challenges

European automotive industry leaders met with EC President Ursula von der Leyen to discuss the impact of US tariffs on trade and supply chains, urging quick policy responses.

European Auto Industry Leaders Call for Immediate Response to US Tariff Challenges

European automotive leaders met with Ursula von der Leyen to address US tariffs' impact on trade and supply chains, urging faster action on competitiveness measures.

Global Leaders Criticize Trump's Auto Tariffs: A Threat to International Trade and Jobs

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and EU President Ursula von der Leyen criticize Trump's new 25% tariffs on non-US-made cars, warning of increased costs for families and risks to jobs. Ca...

EU's Energy Independence: Breaking Free from Russian Gas Blackmail

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discusses the EU's rapid reduction in Russian energy dependency, highlighting the shift towards clean energy solutions and infras...

Global Unity Essential for AI Advancement Amidst Fierce Competition, Says EU Leader

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calls for global cooperation on AI development at the World Economic Forum, emphasizing the need to manage risks and seize opport...