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‘Can’t allow IS in Syria’: After meeting Erdogan, EU president says will directly engage with HTS
6 days, 5 hours ago

‘Can’t allow IS in Syria’: After meeting Erdogan, EU president says will directly engage with HTS

Firstpost  

Von der Leyen also said the EU would increase humanitarian aid to Syria. But she warned of the risk of a resurgence by hardline Islamic State militants and said this must not be allowed to happen The European Union will establish contacts with Syria’s new leadership and reopen its delegation in the country, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and …

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Europe’s economy needs help. Political chaos in France and Germany means it may be slower in coming
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Europe’s economy needs help. Political chaos in France and Germany means it may be slower in coming

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Even before the French and German governments collapsed, Europe’s economy had enough difficulties. At least Germany’s likely new chancellor, conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz, appears open to loosening constitutional restrictions on borrowing to enable pro-growth spending and investment, said Mujtaba Rahman, managing director Europe at Eurasia Group. “It’s highly unlikely they’re going to get a political equilibrium that …

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The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks

Associated Press  

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — The European Union reached a blockbuster free trade agreement Friday with Brazil, Argentina and the three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance, capping a quarter-century of on-off negotiations even as France vowed to derail the contentious accord. From Uruguay, the host of the Mercosur summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the …

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EU and South America’s Mercosur bloc announce ‘win-win’ free trade deal
2 weeks, 3 days ago

EU and South America’s Mercosur bloc announce ‘win-win’ free trade deal

Al Jazeera  

Agreement reached after more than 20 years of negotiations still faces backlash from some EU countries, such as France. The European Union and South America’s Mercosur trade bloc have struck an agreement on a long-anticipated free trade deal, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced. “This is a win-win agreement,” von der Leyen said during a news conference …

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The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks

CNN  

AP — The European Union reached a blockbuster free trade agreement Friday with Brazil, Argentina and the three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance, capping a quarter-century of on-off negotiations even as France vowed to derail the contentious accord. From Uruguay, the host of the Mercosur summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the deal …

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EU chief in Uruguay for final talks on a huge trade deal with the South American Mercosur bloc
2 weeks, 4 days ago

EU chief in Uruguay for final talks on a huge trade deal with the South American Mercosur bloc

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Uruguay Thursday for the final stages in years-long negotiations to clinch a trade deal between the 27-nation EU and the South American Mercosur trade bloc that would create a trans-Atlantic market of some 700 million people. Let’s work, let’s cross it,” von der Leyen said Thursday, sidestepping objections from …

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Before Tackling Trump, New EU Leader Aims to End the Bickering in Brussels
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Before Tackling Trump, New EU Leader Aims to End the Bickering in Brussels

Live Mint  

During a break in proceedings at February’s European leaders’ summit, the Dutch premier approached his Portuguese counterpart with a can of beer and a smile. His predecessor Charles Michel’s long-running feud with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was the worst kept secret in Brussels, adding a farcical subplot to every icy joint appearance. Since his nomination was confirmed …

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A top mission for Europe’s chief is to cool Trump’s ire toward the EU
3 weeks, 1 day ago

A top mission for Europe’s chief is to cool Trump’s ire toward the EU

Live Mint  

President-elect Donald Trump is known for grandiose statements, a larger-than-life persona and a fondness for unpredictability. The U.S. relationship with Europe will rest in part on whether European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen can cool Trump’s ire toward the European Union. With Trump gearing up for his return to the White House, von der Leyen will start her second …

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European Council's new chief António Costa is good news for EU's Ursula Von der Leyen: Here's why
3 weeks, 2 days ago

European Council's new chief António Costa is good news for EU's Ursula Von der Leyen: Here's why

Firstpost  

Costa’s term begins December 1, alongside von der Leyen’s second presidency. Not only are his top priorities– Ukraine conflict, climate change, and migration management– allied with von der Leyen’s, his collaborative approach is likely to work well with her style António Costa has taken over as European Council's head. Warmer ties Von der Leyen’s tenure has been marred by strained …

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New EU commission gets approval as priorities listed
3 weeks, 4 days ago

New EU commission gets approval as priorities listed

China Daily  

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola reach to embrace one another during a plenary session of the parliament, following a vote to approve the new European Commission, in Strasbourg, France, November 27, 2024. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen rolled out the priorities for the next five years after her college of …

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EU parliament greenlights second Von der Leyen Commission
3 weeks, 5 days ago

EU parliament greenlights second Von der Leyen Commission

Dutch News  

The second European Commission to be led by Ursula von der Leyen will take office on December 1st after receiving the green light from the European parliament on Wednesday, with the smallest majority in history and a split within political parties. Focus on the economy In her speech ahead of the vote, Ursula von der Leyen announced a focus on …

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EU Commission chief promises Bosnia flood aid, support for reform on membership path
1 month, 4 weeks ago

EU Commission chief promises Bosnia flood aid, support for reform on membership path

The Independent  

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EU stays on the sidelines over migrant deal between Italy and Albania
2 months ago

EU stays on the sidelines over migrant deal between Italy and Albania

The Independent  

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European Commission chief assures Western Balkans of the bloc's enlargement progress
2 months ago

European Commission chief assures Western Balkans of the bloc's enlargement progress

The Independent  

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What the campaign feels like in Pennsylvania
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What the campaign feels like in Pennsylvania

Politico  

What the campaign feels like in Pennsylvania Supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris gather outside a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump near the Santander Arena in Reading, Pennsylvania today. — Biden decries Trump’s ‘onslaught of lies’ as Milton nears landfall: In his strongest terms yet, President Joe Biden today condemned what he called “a reckless, irresponsible, relentless promotion …

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EU pledges to loan Ukraine up to $39 billion to help rebuild its economy and power grid
3 months ago

EU pledges to loan Ukraine up to $39 billion to help rebuild its economy and power grid

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The European Union pledged on Friday to lend Ukraine up to 35 billion euros as part of a loan package organized by the Group of Seven major industrial nations, as it seeks to help the country rebuild its economy and its war-shattered power grid. “We should make Russia pay for the destruction it caused,” European Commission President …

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EU pledges to lend Ukraine up to $39 billion to help rebuild its economy and power grid
3 months ago

EU pledges to lend Ukraine up to $39 billion to help rebuild its economy and power grid

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen greet each other in Kyiv on Friday. “We should make Russia pay for the destruction it caused,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told reporters at a news conference in Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv. Von der Leyen said that the EU has already provided …

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EU chief travels to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter
3 months ago

EU chief travels to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter

The Independent  

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EU chief travels to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter
3 months ago

EU chief travels to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen is traveling to war-ravaged Ukraine on Friday with the promise of 160 million euros in fresh energy funds to get the nation through the winter. Von der Leyen told reporters that 100 million euros of the funds would come the proceeds of the Russian assets held in the EU because of …

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Flood-hit regions in Central Europe will get billions in EU aid
3 months ago

Flood-hit regions in Central Europe will get billions in EU aid

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday pledged billions of euros in aid for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the massive flooding that has so far claimed 24 lives in the region. Von der Leyen paid a quick visit to a flood-damaged area in southeastern Poland and met …

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EU pledges billions in aid for flood-stricken areas as northern Italy hit
3 months ago

EU pledges billions in aid for flood-stricken areas as northern Italy hit

Al Jazeera  

Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region sees three rivers overflow after Storm Boris wreaks havoc across Central and Eastern Europe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged billions of euros in aid for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the massive flooding that has so far claimed 24 lives in the region. Von der Leyen …

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EU chief will travel to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter
3 months ago

EU chief will travel to Kyiv with promise of fresh energy funds to get Ukraine through winter

LA Times  

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen will travel to war-ravaged Ukraine on Friday with the promise of $180 million in fresh energy funds to get the nation through the winter. Von der Leyen told reporters that $112 million of the funds would come from the proceeds of Russian assets held in the EU because of the 2022 invasion of …

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Von der Leyen unveils her new top team
3 months ago

Von der Leyen unveils her new top team

China Daily  

By CHEN WEIHUA in Brussels | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-09-18 10:05 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrives for the presentation of the new Commission and the allocation of portfolios between the Commissioners-designate, as part of a plenary session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, eastern France, on Sept 17, 2024. European Commission President Ursula von der …

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Von der Leyen unveils her new top team
3 months ago

Von der Leyen unveils her new top team

China Daily  

By CHEN WEIHUA in Brussels | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-09-18 10:05 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrives for the presentation of the new Commission and the allocation of portfolios between the Commissioners-designate, as part of a plenary session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, eastern France, on Sept 17, 2024. European Commission President Ursula von der …

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