Global Gateway Forum 2025: Keynote speech by President Ursula von der Leyen

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The second edition of the Global Gateway Forum is taking place on 9-10 October 2025 in Brussels. This year’s event focuses on advancing global connectivity in the face of geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges. The Forum brings together high-level representatives from governments, financial institutions, the private sector, and civil society to explore innovative strategies for scaling up Global Gateway investments in partner countries. Follow the opening speech of Commission President von der Leyen LIVE here on YouTube.

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New AI Strategies: Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen

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On 8 October 2025, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy, Henna Virkkunen, holds a press conference on the ‘Apply AI’ and ‘AI in Science’ strategies.

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A united response to recent Russian violations of the EU’s airspace

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On 8 October 2025, Commission President von der Leyen will participate in the EP plenary debate dedicated to a united response to recent Russian violations of the EU Member States’ airspace and critical infrastructure.

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Press conference: Unjust global steel trade

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Following today’s meeting of European Commissioners, Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné and European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič will give a press conference in Strasbourg, France. The Commissioners will present a proposal to address unfair trade impacts of global steel overcapacity.

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“Europe stands together”: President Ursula von der Leyen participates in the EP joint debate

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"Europe stands together. And it delivers together." – President Ursula von der Leyen

On 6 October 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the European Parliament Plenary Debate in Strasbourg, France.

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EP Plenary Session, Joint debate on the two motions of censure on the Commission

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Statement by Ursula VON DER LEYEN, President of the European Commission

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Recovery After Floods & Cyclones: EU Solidarity in Action

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Our solidarity goes to Valencia, Mayotte, and La Réunion. After devastating floods in Spain and destructive cyclones in the French overseas territories, the EU is stepping in with strong support for reconstruction and recovery.
 
EU funding will help repair transport links, provide temporary housing, protect cultural heritage, and support small businesses, giving communities the tools they need to rebuild.

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Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Turin, at the Italian Tech Week: The european way to AI

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On 2 October, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will give a keynote in Turin, at the Italian Tech Week: The european way to AI. The President will cover the current status of the European innovation

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Copenhagen Competitiveness Summit

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"Europe has strength, Europe has huge potential, but we have to unleash it." – President von der Leyen

On 1 October 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the Copenhagen Competitiveness Summit.

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