Source: European Commission (video statements)
“By 2030, Europe must have everything it needs for credible deterrence.” – President von der Leyen
📆On 24 June 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made her opening statement at the 2025 NATO Summit following Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
🔴Key topics on the summit agenda:
At the summit taking place on 24-25 June, NATO Leaders will address a variety of issues facing the Alliance. They will focus on deterrence and defence, ensuring that NATO has the resources, forces and capabilities to face any threat
✔ For the transcript of President von der Leyen’s speech, see here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_25_1606
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