Source: European Commission (video statements)
During the SOTEU 2026 speech, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explained how Europe and Canada are moving toward a deeper alliance for prosperity and economic security, building on years of trade cooperation to cover tech, energy and defence industry.
Why it matters now: need for trusted partners on supply chains, critical raw materials, batteries and clean energy.
What will change: closer cooperation on intelligent manufacturing, tech, integrated defence production, Arctic leadership, plus AI, quantum and cyber resilience.
This outlines the path from existing trade foundations toward an Alliance for the Future focused on jobs, competitiveness and shared security.
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