Category: European Commission (video statements)

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Meet Martha C. Mayorquín-Torres, a Mexican scientist conducting research on renewable resources in pharmaceuticals.

Martha completed her studies in the pharmaceutical field in Mexico City. While seeking new opportunities to advance her research and develop her career, she discovered the TransPharm Project, which is financially supported by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme at Ghent University.

This marked the beginning of her move to Ghent, Belgium, where she found an abundance of resources at her disposal—both in terms of equipment and the knowledge her colleagues could offer. Her research focuses on creating antiviral components from greener and more renewable resources, while also making pharmaceutical manufacturing processes more sustainable.

During her time working on her research, Martha realised that Europe can be more than just a place to advance her career; it can become home.

00:13 The resources of the research group
00:40 Greener and more sustainable pharmaceuticals
01:21 The courage to move to Europe and Europe becoming home

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-274736

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Our climate is our shared responsibility. The 2040 EU Climate Target marks a bold commitment to protect the planet while driving leadership, competitiveness, and innovation.

This vision sets the path for a resilient, secure, and sustainable future, fueling prosperity through a just green transition.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pli2G01n7HM

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On 1 July 2025, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Over the next six months, we’ll work closely on the priorities of Denmark’s EU presidency:
A Secure, Competitive and Green Europe.

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The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development takes place in Sevilla, Spain, from 30 June until 3 July 2025. It address urgent financing challenges threatening the success of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In her opening speech of the conference, European Commission President von der Leyen stresses the crucial role of the European Union as the leading aid donor in the world.

Read her full speech here: https://europa.eu/!4TkyQq

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Celebrating 40 years since the adoption of the European Union flag, a powerful symbol of unity, identity, and cultural heritage.

The flag was officially adopted by the European Communities in 1985. Since then, it has flown as a beacon of cooperation, peace, and solidarity across Europe.

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We call on the Hungarian authorities to allow the Budapest Pride to go ahead.

Without fear of any criminal or administrative sanctions against the organisers or participants.
Our union is one of equality and non-discrimination.

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Scientists in Europe: Andrew, a epidemiologist from the US, shares how moving to Prague supported by EU funds, opened up new directions in both his science and his way of seeing the world.

Among Europe’s diverse landscapes and international research communities, Andrew reflects on collaboration, curiosity, and the fresh perspectives that come with change.

This is a story of growth, of stepping into unfamiliar landscapes and finding deeper roots in research, connection, and purpose.
00:04 A Need for Change
00:25 New Research Ground
01:17 A Global Community
01:31 Discovering Europe
01:56 Purpose and Perspective

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President von der Leyen welcomed the ceasefire as an important step toward stability, but keeping the peace must be a shared priority. The EU is also calling on Iran to get seriously involved in real diplomatic talks; negotiations are the only way forward.

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“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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The European Union is introducing its first EU Space Law on 25 June 2025 to respond to a rapidly evolving space sector. With more satellites and private actors in orbit than ever before, clear and consistent rules are needed.

The new law aims to support innovation, ensure safety, and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness in the global space economy. It’s a key step toward a more secure and strategic European presence in space.

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