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In 2025, the EU Safety Gate flagged 4,671 hazardous products, keeping millions of consumers safe across Europe.
Cosmetics (36%) were the most common, followed by toys (16%) and electrical appliances (11%).
Thanks to Safety Gate, these dangerous items were removed from online marketplaces and kept out of homes, schools, and workplaces.
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The European Commission has adopted The Industrial Accelerator Act proposal, to boost manufacturing, grow businesses and create jobs in the EU, while supporting industry’s adoption of cleaner, future-ready technologies.
These will apply to selected strategic sectors such as:
• steel
• cement
• aluminium
• cars
• net-zero technologies
This will strengthen European production capacities and boost demand for European-made clean technologies and products.
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"Competitiveness is our goal. Social is our essence." – President von der Leyen
On 3 March 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the 2026 European Employment and Social Rights Forum.
This Forum addressed the EU’s response to the challenges many people face today, including the rising cost of living, job insecurity, and changes in the labour market. Opinion leaders, policymakers, businesses, academics and civil society came together to explore bold ideas to support Europe’s greatest strength: its people.
In her speech, President von der Leyen emphasised partnership to support Europe’s social model, stressing that economic progress should serve the people. She identified three priorities: enhancing the Single Market, investing in skills and quality jobs, and addressing housing affordability. She proposed measures to improve labour mobility and invest in skills to prepare for AI-driven changes. Quality jobs were highlighted as essential for productivity. For housing, she called for EU actions to make it more affordable. President von der Leyen concluded by urging collaboration to secure future opportunities for Europe.
For the full transcript of the President’s speech, see here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_26_521
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Following the developments of the situation in Iran, the EU has expressed its full support to the people of Iran, and their fundamental right to protest peacefully. The EU deeply regrets the loss of life resulting from recent events in Iran. The EU urges the full respect of international law, protection of civilians and fundamental freedoms, and emphasises that only a diplomatic and negotiated solution can bring lasting peace and stability.
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On 2 March 2026, Commission President von der Leyen made a statement on the situation in the Middle-East:
"The situation in the Middle East remains volatile.
But three things are clear:
First, there is renewed hope for the long-suffering people of Iran.
We strongly support their right to determine their own future.
Second, we must do everything possible to de-escalate and stop the conflict spreading.
Iran must cease its reckless and indiscriminate attacks on its neighbours and sovereign countries.
Third, the stability of the region is of the utmost importance.
The only lasting resolution is a diplomatic one.
This means a credible transition for Iran which includes the halt to both the nuclear and ballistic programmes, as well as an end to destabilising action in the region.
This afternoon, we will discuss the overall situation in the meeting of the Security College.
Because from energy to nuclear, migration to security, Europe must be prepared for the fall-out from recent events"
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On 3 March 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participates in the 2026 European Employment and Social Rights Forum.
This Forum will address the EU’s response to the challenges many people face today, including the rising cost of living, job insecurity, and changes in the labour market. Opinion leaders, policymakers, businesses, academics and civil society will come together to explore bold ideas to support Europe’s greatest strength: its people.
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Our ocean urgently needs our protection. That is why the European Commission is stepping up efforts in global ocean observation as part of the EU Ocean Pact which was presented in June 2025.
The European Ocean Days will commence on 2nd March 2026. Follow President von der Leyen’s speech at the opening event in Brussels live here on YouTube.
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Follow Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s press statement on the EU-Mercosur Agreement live from the Brussels headquarters!
In her statement, President von der Leyen announced the ratification of the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement in Uruguay and Argentina. Being the first states to ratify it, these countries showcase the eagerness to advance relations and create a vast market with substantial opportunities, reduced tariffs, and benefits for European businesses. The European Commission will proceed with the provisional application of the agreement while awaiting full consent from the European Parliament.
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Follow Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s press statement on the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement live from the Brussels headquarters!
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We are stepping up actions to prevent and counter terrorism and to strengthen EU-wide action against firearms trafficking. These initiatives aim to reinforce Europe’s collective response to evolving threats, adapt security measures to new technologies and online risks, and close gaps in law enforcement cooperation. Our new measures will keep Europe safe.
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