We want a Europe that can defend itself.

We must invest more money in defence, more smartly & at European level.

This is the only way we can support Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Without security, everything we have built up over 70 years in Europe is at risk.

Rede beim Landesausschuss der CDU in Niedersachsen twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The EPP Lead Candidate’s speech this evening will be live-streamed on Ursula von der Leyen.

You can also follow the speech and the CDU in Niedersachsen event here from 18:00 ↓

youtube.com/watch?v=_1cCxk…

Next stop: Riga 🇱🇻

For the 3rd stop of her campaign, Ursula von der Leyen will visit the Latvian capital on Monday to talk about security & defence, youth, women’s rights, and more.

So stay tuned.

Thank you JAUNĀ VIENOTĪBA for hosting us.

#EiropasPieredzeDrošaiLatvijai

The adoption of the Migration & Asylum Pact by European Parliament is a milestone in EU's efforts to protect our external borders & manage illegal migration. We are proud of EPP's leadership in reaching this deal, sending a clear message to smugglers that states decide who enters the 🇪🇺

Great meeting Alexander Stubb, for the first time in Brussels since he was elected President of Finland 🇫🇮.

Strong leader, convinced European, future-oriented vision.

Following on from the campaign kick-off in Athens, Ursula von der Leyen will participate in the CDU in Niedersachsen Annual Meeting in Hildesheim, in her home State Lower Saxony, Germany, this Friday 12 April at 18:30.

Congratulations to Simon Harris TD on his election as Taoiseach. His commitment to Fine Gael, his political experience and his resolve will stand to him as he works to improve the lives of Irish citizens and tackle the issues Ireland faces, such as housing and climate change.

Το Ευρωπαϊκό Λαϊκό Κόμμα θα είναι και πάλι ο μεγάλος νικητής των Ευρωεκλογών στις 9 Ιουνίου. Με την Ursula von der Leyen ξανά Πρόεδρο της Ευρωπαϊκής Επιτροπής, για μία ακόμα πενταετία.

Thank you Greece!
Thank you ΝΕΑ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ!
Thank you Kyriakos Mitsotakis!

I am always just as amazed by the beauty of this country and its people.

Greece’s story in the last years is one of amazing recovery.

Greece is a strong and proud pillar of our European Union.

Throughout our history, Europe has never truly enjoyed security and prosperity without democracy.

So let’s roll up our sleeves and stand up for prosperity, security and democracy.
 
And above all, let’s stand up for Europe.

There is a lot at stake in the upcoming European elections.
 
Our Europe is being challenged like never before – both from within and from outside.

We are standing up for democracy, prosperity and security.

EPP's lead candidate is starting her campaign ahead of the 2024 European elections today in Athens. 🇬🇷

She will address delegates at the ΝΕΑ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ Congress, alongside the Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and the Cypriot President NikosChristodoulides.

The Party of Europe in Greece 🇪🇺🇬🇷! The party that brought Greece back & turned it into one of Europe's fastest-growing economies!

Happy 50th anniversary, ΝΕΑ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ! A half-century commitment to deliver freedom, democracy, and welfare to all citizens. Glad to be in Athens!

75 years ago, NATO was founded to secure freedom and democracy. Today, this is more important than ever. The EU and NATO were always inseparable and complementary. Achieving a stronger EU on security and defence also reinforces NATO. #1NATO75Years

Proud of Luís Montenegro leading a PSD government in Portugal. We are sure that your commitment & dedication will serve the interests of the Portuguese people and strengthen our common vision ahead of the upcoming European elections in June.

#HappyEaster to everyone celebrating! I wish you time to rest and enjoy among your families and your friends. Wishing you a peaceful and blessed Easter!

Today, Bulgaria and Romania join the Schengen family.

I welcome the lifting of internal air and sea border checks.

This is a great success for the people of both countries.

It also benefits millions of EU citizens across Europe.

Making the Schengen area even stronger.

🇪🇺🇷🇴🇧🇬 Welcome to the Schengen Area! Romania and Bulgaria become Schengen members today with the air and maritime borders, marking a historic moment for both nations and all of Europe.

Together, let's strengthen our unity and security.

Happy Easter to everyone celebrating!