Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is recovering from pneumonia but remains engaged with her responsibilities, according to spokesperson Paola Pino. While currently not present in Brussels, von der Leyen maintains daily communication with her team and…
Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, has been diagnosed with pneumonia, leading to the cancellation of several commitments for January. The cancellations include a scheduled speech in Lisbon and a trip to Gdansk, as announced by…
Following the recent EU elections, the European People’s Party (EVP) has shifted its focus towards right-wing alliances, with potential implications for the future of EU governance. Ursula von der Leyen’s commission was elected with a historically slim majority, largely due…
The European Union’s ambitious climate protection goals face significant challenges due to a struggling economy and recent election results that have empowered parties critical of the Green Deal. 2024 marked the hottest year on record, intensifying the urgency for action…
Viola Amherd faced significant challenges in her dual role as Swiss President and Defense Minister in 2024. She successfully hosted the Bürgenstock Conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, fostering international dialogue on peace in Ukraine. However, her presidency was marred…
As Europe braces for potential challenges from the incoming Trump administration, concerns are rising over the possibility of increased tariffs on EU imports. Donald Trump has emphasized his pro-tariff stance, causing alarm in Brussels, which remembers previous trade disputes. The…
Switzerland has reached a significant agreement with the European Union, announced by EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Bern. The deal aims to redefine the bilateral relationship amidst growing global challenges. Swiss officials, including Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis…
Switzerland and the European Union announced a significant agreement to update their trade relationship, easing Swiss fears over migration issues. Swiss Federal President Viola Amherd and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the deal, achieved after nine months…
After 197 sessions of negotiations, Switzerland and the European Union have finalized a new agreement that will shape their future relations. Key changes include the addition of new areas of cooperation such as electricity, health, and food safety. The agreement…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned a ‘brutal attack’ following Russian strikes in Kyiv that damaged buildings housing diplomatic missions of six countries, including Portugal. She stated that this represents yet another barbaric assault by Russia on non-military…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to meet Swiss President Viola Amherd in Bern to discuss the conclusion of negotiations between Switzerland and the European Union. A joint press conference will follow, as announced by von der…
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels for initial discussions following the establishment of the new European executive body. The talks focused on EU priorities, including the competitiveness of the automotive…
