Today, we have approved €6.1 billion to help Ukraine procure air defence systems, missiles, drones and electronic warfare systems. With this approval, Ukraine can purchase the Patriot equipment it needs to protect its skies from Russia's attacks. Together with our Member States…Mostrar mais

Today, we remember. We remember that 25 years ago, the world stood still. We remember the 3,000 people who left home that morning and never returned. Where the Twin Towers once stood, two columns of light now rise into the New York sky. They remind us that light triumphs e…Mostrar mais

We do not have to accept childhoods shaped by algorithms. We do not have to accept a system that fails our children. Europe has the power to act. To give children the time they need in the real world. I will detail our proposal in my upcoming State of the Union address.

Nos régions ultrapériphériques ont des atouts uniques et projettent l’Europe aux quatre coins du monde. Leurs contraintes doivent être mieux prises en compte. Aujourd'hui nous adaptons nos règles à leurs réalités. Pour faire de leur spécificités une force pour elles et toute…Mostrar mais

Our security on Earth increasingly depends on our security in space. And some capabilities are too important to depend on others. Up there, Europe must act as one. Building together what no Member State could build alone.

State of the Union preparations - SOTEU, for short - are now in full swing. I am now meeting with the Conference of Presidents at @Europarl_EN. Because SOTEU is woven from many threads. I will see you all in Strasbourg on 16 September. I'm very much looking forward to it.

European solidarity has a face. The face of each firefighter who battled the flames through Europe this summer. They are true heroes. Their courage, and for some, their sacrifice, will always be remembered. My State of the Union address will pay tribute to them.

We are tabling two packages - two major shifts for Europe’s economic leadership. Our EU Innovation Act will help start-ups access finance and navigate the world of R&D procurement. And we are revamping public procurement rules. Making them simpler, clearer and more focused on…Mostrar mais

Together with @SecGenNATO Rutte, I welcome the agreement by Member States on the derogation for Ukraine to purchase crucial products for Patriot air defence systems. The next disbursement of €3.2 billion will enable Ukraine to better protect its skies from Russia’s indiscriminat…Mostrar mais

The images from Ratko Mladić’s funeral yesterday in Belgrade were shocking. Ratko Mladić was a convicted war criminal. He was responsible for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. He died while serving a life sentence for the Srebrenica genocide and other crimes. T…Mostrar mais

Europe’s northern neighbourhood

🇬🇱 Qujanaq!

Very good meeting with Prime Minister Johannesen of the Faroe Islands. The 🇪🇺🇫🇴 partnership is strong and diverse – from trade to foreign policy. From education to research. We discussed how to broaden our cooperation even further. And team up for safety and prosperity i…Mostrar mais

We’re deepening our cooperation across the board. Connectivity, clean energy, critical raw materials. And of course, more opportunities for the people of Greenland. We’re backing these ambitions with a €200 million Partnership Package ↓

Signed! Our 🇪🇺🇬🇱🇩🇰 Joint Declaration. It reflects a clear choice by Greenland to strengthen ties with the EU. In order to protect its values, freedom and interests. Europe is making a choice too. To be more present and more engaged in Greenland and in the Arctic.

📡 Our new cooperation on satellite connectivity takes off today. With immediate results. North Greenland will see massive improvements in internet access in the coming days. And by October, remote communities in East Greenland will also have better, faster internet!

The Royal Danish Navy Ship Thetis patrols the North Atlantic under the Joint Arctic Command. Contributing to a safe, peaceful Arctic and to the security of Greenland. The EU is also committed to this goal. It will be front and centre of our upcoming EU Arctic Strategy this aut…Mostrar mais

Greenland’s stunning landscapes and natural beauty will stay with me for a long time. But so will the visible scars of climate change on the ice sheet. As the ice melts, a new reality is taking shape. New trade routes, new security risks, new environmental concerns. Europe st…Mostrar mais

When I was here two years ago, I said that Greenland already felt like home. Today, I am very happy to be back in Nuuk. We are family. I’m also back to make our unique partnership even stronger. With a Partnership Package we worked on together. 🇪🇺🇬🇱🇩🇰

We meet today to discuss Russia’s attack in Leipzig. This was an attack using military-grade material, carried out by Russian operatives on EU soil. We won't tolerate it. Europe & @NATO won't just maintain our pressure on Russia. We will increase it ↓

This morning I spoke with Chancellor Merz to discuss the hybrid attack at Leipzig airport. I assured him that the EU stands in full solidarity with Germany in the face of this attack by Russia. We will keep the EU united despite these escalating and serious acts. The German gov…Mostrar mais

Devastating wildfires. Floods. Earthquakes. Extreme events are becoming more frequent, in Europe and around the world. When disaster strikes, we count on our brave firefighters and first responders. They embody the best of European solidarity.

My heart goes our to all those affected by the devastating flash floods. Europe is allocating €2 million in immediate humanitarian aid for Nepal. To deliver life-saving assistance to families and communities hit hardest. Europe stands with you.

My condolences to the people of Norway following the passing of HM King Harald V. For more than three decades, he served his country with warmth, humility and an unwavering sense of duty. In moments of joy and sorrow, he brought Norwegians together. He was a true European and…Mostrar mais

Excellents échanges avec des dirigeants d’entreprises françaises et européennes et le président du @medef. Ils ont le pouls de notre économie et de notre industrie. Les écouter, c’est comprendre leurs réalités, leurs ambitions et leurs besoins. Et c’est en travaillant ensembl…Mostrar mais

À la rentrée du @medef, je réaffirme notre ambition : Faire de l’Europe un continent qui produit, investit et protège. Augmenter notre capacité industrielle est au cœur de notre action ↓

Devastating floods have struck communities in Nepal and China. My thoughts are with all those affected, especially the families who have lost loved ones or are still waiting for news. We also share a thought for the brave first responders. Copernicus has been activated to help…Mostrar mais

On Ukraine’s Independence Day, we show our unfaltering support. Today, we approved €6.1 billion for the air and missile defence systems, missiles, ammunition and radars that Ukraine urgently needs. Europe stands with you today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes. З Днем Нез…Mostrar mais

On the eve of Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day, the blue and yellow shine bright. They have become the colours of courage, resistance and determination. Tonight, they light up our building. A symbol of steadfast support to our brave neighbours. 
Our trusted partners.
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The Israeli Government’s decision to publish construction tenders for the E1 settlement project is unacceptable. We have long opposed this step. It undermines the two-state solution by dividing the West Bank and breaking the territorial continuity of the Palestinian Territori…Mostrar mais

As we prepare to celebrate Ukraine’s Independence Day, we raise the Ukrainian flag in Brussels. So it can fly proudly at the heart of our Union, where it belongs. Ukraine will reclaim its security. Its freedom. And it will take its rightful place in our Union.

Today, Romania destroyed a naval drone carrying explosives near its Neptun Deep platform in the Black Sea. An escalating campaign of threats is underway, unsettling our citizens and seeking to divide our Union. This is hybrid warfare. The founding mission of our Union is to pr…Mostrar mais

On World Humanitarian Day, we pay tribute to the humanitarian workers who dedicate their lives to helping others. As conflicts and disasters leave millions in need, the EU steps up as the world’s largest and most reliable donor. And through our Protect Aid Workers programme, we…Mostrar mais

.@eucopresident and I stand firmly with the @IntlCrimCourt, President Tomoko Akane and the officials who uphold its mission. The ICC helps deliver justice to the victims of some of the world’s most horrific crimes. To carry out this essential work, its judges and officials must…Mostrar mais

Our support for the people of Colombia continues following the terrible earthquake. 🇩🇪🇱🇺🇸🇪 are sending hundreds of tents, blankets and emergency equipment. €2 million in EU funds are at work to provide healthcare, shelter, clean water and food to the communities. We will…Mostrar mais

Wildfires are still raging in 🇪🇸 🇧🇪 🇩🇪 🇮🇹 🇬🇷 🇵🇹 🇭🇷 🇲🇪 🇦🇱 🇷🇸. And Europe’s solidarity is in full flight. French teams are deployed to Spain. Sweden and the Netherlands are fighting the blaze in Belgium. Norway and Germany are sending helicopters there. We…Mostrar mais

Europe remains on high wildfire alert. Pressure is growing in 🇧🇪 🇦🇱 🇷🇸 🇲🇪🇧🇦 Our satellite system Copernicus is already supporting mapping operations in 🇪🇸🇦🇱 🇬🇷 🇫🇷 🇩🇪🇷🇸 With its Emergency Centre, Europe is keeping a close eye on blazes across the continen…Mostrar mais

Terrible news from Indonesia today. My thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones in this devastating earthquake. From solidarity to action, Europe stands ready to deploy Copernicus, our eyes in the sky, to support search and rescue efforts. Indonesia, we stand wi…Mostrar mais

As search and rescue operations continue, the EU is supporting Colombia wherever possible. We are making €2 million available to support communities in the most affected areas. Following Colombia’s activation of the Civil Protection Mechanism, we are working to match aid to th…Mostrar mais

Tonight, Europe’s heart is with the people of Colombia after the terrible earthquake in the Chocó region. We have already mobilised Copernicus, our satellite service, to help with rescue operations. And we are ready to provide more support. Estamos con ustedes. 🇪🇺🇨🇴

Coming on the back of the EU’s 21st package, I welcome the US Senate’s adoption of the Graham Bill. It honours a fierce believer in the power of coordinated sanctions to weaken Russia's war machine. From Russian oligarchs to energy exports and the shadow fleet, every source of…Mostrar mais

Europe always chooses science and partnership. Japan too. Japan is now officially associated with Horizon Europe. This means Japanese researchers and organisations can take part in the world's largest public research and innovation programme. Let's break new frontiers togethe…Mostrar mais

Once again we wake up to the news of horrible atrocities by Russia through its aerial attacks on Ukraine. Russia must pay for the destruction it has caused. And we are using the proceeds from the immobilised Russian assets to make sure it does. We are making a further €1.4 b…Mostrar mais

When Europe invests in its innovators, Europe invests in its future. This is the goal of our Scaleup Europe Fund. From today, it will ensure our scale-ups can find what they need right here in Europe to grow into world-leading companies. To turn European innovation into our c…Mostrar mais

My thoughts are with the friends and families of the Greek and Danish wildfire pilots who tragically died earlier today in a collision with another helicopter while on duty in Greece. I wish a full recovery to those injured. It takes a special courage to fly towards the flames…Mostrar mais

I held a conference call with Commissioners @magnusbrunner and @dubravkasuica for an update on the situation in Ceuta. The good news is that the vast majority of those who arrived illegally have returned to Morocco, due to the effective work of Spanish and Moroccan law enforceme…Mostrar mais

This. This is solidarity at its very best. The EU is grateful to every country that is participating in the Civil Protection Mechanism this month to help France and Spain battle the wildfires. To the more than 300 firefighters deployed the ground: your courage, generosity and…Mostrar mais

The images coming from Ceuta are unacceptable. We cannot allow anyone to come to our Union without abiding by our rules. Dangerous crossings must stop immediately. Smuggling networks must be dismantled. And returns must be swift, as our rules allow. I tasked two Commissioners…Mostrar mais

🇬🇷 Τα βαθύτατά μου συλλυπητήρια στην Ελλάδα και στον ελληνικό λαό για την απώλεια των τριών πυροσβεστών που έδωσαν τη ζωή τους εν ώρα καθήκοντος. Η γενναιότητά τους θα μείνει στην ιστορία. Η Ευρώπη στέκεται στο πλευρό της Ελλάδας. Η ΕΕ ετοιμάζει επιπλέον στήριξη, όπως ακριβ…Mostrar mais

AI is the most important technology of our time. Europe wants to become the first AI Continent. For advanced healthcare, for the transport sector and so much more. European AI Gigafactories will provide the necessary computing power to make this possible. Together with our M…Mostrar mais