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27 June 2025EU Leaders call to continue work on European defence, competitiveness, and an agreement with the US during European Council summit2 min read
25 June 2025President von der Leyen addresses the NATO Summit Industry Forum and reiterates commitment to boost Europe's defence industry3 min read
20 June 2025President von der Leyen participates in high-level event to strengthen partnerships and investments in Africa2 min read
Erklärung1 July 2025Erklärung von Präsidentin von der Leyen mit dem bayerischen Ministerpräsidenten Söder3 min read
Statement1 July 2025Statement by President von der Leyen with Bavarian Minister-President Söder2 min read
Biography and role of the PresidentRead more about Ursula von der Leyen's professional experience and her tasks as President of the European Commission.
Members of the von der Leyen CommissionUnder the leadership of the President, the Commission's work is steered by a group of 27 Commissioners for the term 2024-2029. It decides the Commission's political and strategic direction.
