Russia’s hybrid attacks are not just about Finland's security.

This is about the security of the entire EU.

This is why I was here today.

To tell you that Europe stands by your side.

For the security of the borders and to support the border regions.

Opening remarks by President Ursula von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Charles Michel following the meeting of the special #EUCO of 18 April 2024 on:

▪️ #SingleMarket
▪️ Energy prices
▪️ Labour skills
▪️ Migration
▪️ Trade

Europe should be more Finnish when it comes to security.

Dear Petteri Orpo, thank you for inviting me here to Lappeenranta, close to the Russian border.

We have a lot to learn from your model of preparedness across all levels of society ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

🗣️ Joint press statements by President Ursula von der Leyen and Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Lappeenranta, Finland

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Very glad to be here with you, dear Petteri Orpo, in Lappeeranta, to visit the Finnish border and assess the situation.

We live in tense times and stand side-by-side to ensure the security of the EU’s external borders against hybrid threats.

Dear Enrico Letta, your report on our Single Market comes at the right time.

Now is indeed the time to adopt our policies to the changing internal and external environment.

It’s the only way to ensure high levels of prosperity for everyone ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Companies in the EU could annually raise an additional €470 billion from the capital markets.

So, we need to improve access to capital.

We need to reduce the cost of energy affecting our competitiveness.

Address the lack of skills.

And continue our work for open and fair

Our Union's competitiveness and single market start from a strong base.

Now, we need to transform this into sustainable long-term growth.

I see four major areas for action ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

🇪🇺 Special European Council

🗣️ Press conference by President Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel Charles Michel

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'It is time for the European awakening on defence and security.

Because there is much at stake here.

Our freedom and our prosperity depend on our security and we have to bring our actions in line with this changing security environment.'

— Keynote speech by President…

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Europe’s defence is a task for all of Europe.

Europe is responding to increasing threats with practical steps.

We’re spending more developing European projects & capacities.

And investing in our high-end defence capabilities.

It’s time to step up ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

We have built sound economic policies, with a strong social heart.

This is what makes our Union unique.

Now, our Union must continue to deliver for people and for business.

This is the Union we're building together ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

📍 High-Level Conference: European Pillar of Social Rights Signing ceremony of the Declaration of La Hulpe

🗣️ Keynote Speech by President Ursula von der Leyen

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Ukraine's reform & investment strategy offers a solid basis for a more modern, prosperous Ukraine, on its EU path.

The European Commission's endorsement of the Ukraine Plan today is a big step forward.

It paves the way for regular payments under the €50 billion Ukraine Facility.

Today, we, the G7 Leaders, condemned Iran's unprecedented attack against Israel in the strongest terms.

We express our solidarity and support to the people of Israel.

And reaffirm our commitment towards its security.

We'll continue to work to stabilize the situation.

Welcome to Brussels Simon Harris TD. You are taking office in challenging times.

I’m glad to count on Ireland in our unwavering support to Ukraine & our efforts to help restore stability in the Middle-East.

Glad also to see you so committed to Europe’s future competitiveness.

Migration is a European challenge which must be met with a European solution.

The Pact on Migration and Asylum will ensure:
🔹 secure external borders
🔹 efficient asylum procedures
🔹 effective system of solidarity and responsibility
🔹 international partnerships

#MigrationEU

Lieber Markus Söder, es war eine Freude, bayerische Spitzenforschung ganz nah zu sehen!

Wir glauben an das enorme Potenzial der Kernfusion und wollen die Entwicklung noch besser auf der EU-Ebene unterstützen.

Danke für den interessanten Besuch, MPI für Plasmaphysik (IPP)!

Kernfusion ist sauber und sicher.
Ideal, um im Energiemix der Zukunft die Erneuerbaren zu ergänzen.

Wir haben in Bayern & Europa brillante Fusionsforschung.

Wir müssen sie zum Business Case machen.

Europa wird weiterhin jede erdenkliche Hilfe leisten ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…