EU leaders will discuss concrete actions and timelines for a more competitive Europe at the March European Council.
My address to the @eib.org on EU competitiveness: www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/pre...
4. Tackle high energy prices
5. Protect strategic industries and reduce dependencies, with European preference for selected strategic sectors
6. Continue our ambitious and pragmatic trade policy, focused on diversification.
7. Foster private and public investment
In an era of growing instability, the EU acts with determination to strengthen its competitiveness.
1. Complete the Single Market and deliver the Savings and Investment Union
2. Enable companies to scale-up in Europe to compete globally
3. Embrace a true simplification agenda
We reaffirm our firm commitment to the principles of international law and the rules-based order everywhere in the world.
I have just held a call with President Pedro Sánchez to express the EU’s full solidarity with Spain.
The EU will always ensure that the interests of its Member States are fully protected.
Reafirmamos nuestro firme compromiso con los principios del derecho internacional y con el orden internacional basado en normas en todo el mundo.
Acabo de mantener una llamada con el presidente Pedro Sánchez para expresar la plena solidaridad de la UE con España.
La UE siempre garantizará que los intereses de sus Estados miembros estén plenamente protegidos.
The EIB has a unique role to play in achieving the EU’s objectives and supporting its values and priorities.
Great to meet @nadiacalvino.eib.org today in Luxembourg and participate in the @eib.org Group Forum.
We are making 2026 the year of European competitiveness - because a more competitive and resilient economy promotes our prosperity, creates high quality jobs, and ensures affordability.
The March European Council will make concrete commitments and set timelines to enhance EU competitiveness.
Looking forward to welcoming you back at the Council in two weeks! 🇪🇺🇳🇱
A pleasure to welcome @minister-president.bsky.social to Brussels and to congratulate him in person on his appointment as Prime Minister of the Netherlands.
We discussed our ambitious EU agenda for the coming months, focused on enhancing defence, security, and competitiveness.
A good exchange with President Kyriakos Pierrakakis on the current economic situation and the #Eurogroup priorities going forward. We all have a role to play in developing a more competitive, resilient and autonomous economy.
-the EU economic situation, including the impact on energy prices in light of developments in the Middle East
-the international role of the euro
-progress on the Savings and Investment Union
Important discussion with Ursula von der Leyen, Christine Lagarde and Kyriakos Pierrakakis on key topics on the agenda for the March #EuroSummit:
Today we celebrate Bulgarian Liberation Day.
This special day comes after the traditional start of spring in Bulgaria, 'Baba Marta', a time of renewal and growth.
Честит Ден на Освобождението! 🇧🇬
I conveyed the EU’s unwavering support and solidarity with Cyprus in a call with President Christodoulides the recent attacks by Hezbollah.
I also expressed our appreciation to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for the swift military support provided by Greece to Cyprus.
It is now important for Israel and Lebanon to resume security coordination, so the Lebanese Armed Forces can disarm Hezbollah and ensure the security of all Lebanese people.
I welcome the announcement made by the Lebanese authorities, banning Hezbollah’s military activities and demanding that those responsible for firing at Israel are brought to justice. It is a game changer.
I spoke to President Aoun on recent developments in Lebanon.
I welcome today’s meeting of the United Nations Security Council. It must work towards restoring peace and stability in the region and ensuring that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon.
I strongly condemn Iran’s attacks against its neighbours. These strikes represent a dangerous escalation of the military situation in the Middle East.
My full solidarity goes out to the targeted countries.
In close coordination with EU Member States, we will take all necessary steps to ensure that EU citizens in the region can count on our full support.
We call on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, to protect civilians, and to fully respect international law.
The European Union has adopted extensive sanctions in response to the actions of Iran’s murderous regime and the Revolutionary Guards and has consistently promoted diplomatic efforts aimed at addressing the nuclear and ballistic programmes through a negotiated solution.
Ensuring nuclear safety and preventing any actions that could further escalate tensions or undermine the global non-proliferation regime is of critical importance.
The developments in Iran are greatly concerning. We remain in close contact with our partners in the region.
We reaffirm our steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability.
Choosing the European institutions as his final official visit abroad is emblematic of his commitment to Europe, its values and its role in the world.
It was a great pleasure to welcome the Portuguese President, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, to the European Council, as he bids farewell at the end of his term.
A escolha das instituições europeias como destino da sua última visita oficial no estrangeiro é emblemática do seu compromisso com a Europa, os seus valores e o seu papel no mundo.
Foi um enorme prazer receber no Conselho Europeu o Presidente português, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, no momento em que se despede no final do seu mandato.
I warmly welcome the ratification of the EU–Mercosur Agreement by Argentina and Uruguay.
Together, we are creating the largest free trade area in the world.
A decisive step toward open trade, shared prosperity, and stronger ties between our regions.
Saúdo calorosamente a ratificação do Acordo UE–Mercosul pela Argentina e pelo Uruguai.
Juntos, estamos a criar a maior zona de comércio livre do mundo.
Um passo decisivo rumo a um comércio aberto, prosperidade partilhada e laços mais fortes entre as nossas regiões.
