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The Latest Breaking News from Ursula von der Leyen

Could Canada become the EU’s first associate member? What we know

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The Independent UK

AI in health must be done in a ‘European way,’ without replacing doctors, von der Leyen says

AI can improve healthcare in Europe, but must never replace doctors, the EU’s Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in her State of the Union speech today.

Euronews

EU chief calls for European Security Council and closer Canada ties

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday called for a new European Security Council and closer ties with Canada – setting out plans to strengthen the EU's security, back Ukraine through the winter and reduce its reliance on other countries for trade, technology and critical materials.

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Canada invited to become first 'associate member' of the EU

The status announced by von der Leyen during the State of the Union is an entirely new one, with details yet to be made clear. The European Commission’s President also proposed a new alliance with Ottawa covering tech, critical raw materials, energy and defence.

Euronews

In a historic first, Canada invited to become EU bloc’s associate member

Canada could become the EU’s first “associate member” under a proposal from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The plan would deepen cooperation beyond trade into defence, energy, critical minerals and technology as Canada and Europe seek stronger economic ties amid uncertainty over US trade policy.

The Economic Times

Von der Leyen's heatwave plan comes as Europe runs out of time to adapt

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a European Heatwave Plan to anticipate intense heatwaves expected to return next summer. A new Climate Insurance Alliance was also unveiled as the EU struggles to close the financing gap needed to address climate adaptation and mitigation.

Euronews

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening a path for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member

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EU plans new firefighting fleet after deadly summer heat wave

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a scorching summer has shown the EU needs new tools to tackle climate change

The Independent UK

EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents & sabotage

Europe needs a NATO-like mechanism to counter hybrid threats. The European Commission president called for a unified response to sabotage and cyberattacks. Recent incidents involving drones have been blamed on Russia. This new system would allow member states to convene emergency meetings. The EU also plans to establish a European…

The Economic Times

Canada could become first associate member, European Union chief says

EUROPEAN Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for Canada…

The National (Scotland)

EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents and sabotage

The European Union needs a NATO-like mechanism to better respond to drone incidents, acts of sabotage and cyberattacks across Europe, many of them blamed on Russia, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday

The Independent UK

European Union will use all tools to cut China trade deficit, von der Leyen says

The European Union will employ all available tools to address its trade imbalance with China. Ursula von der Leyen stated the deficit has reached a critical tipping point. Europe faces deindustrialisation, which is a significant concern for the bloc. The EU seeks tangible results from ongoing dialogue with China by…

The Economic Times

EU's von der Leyen calls for pacing frontier AI models

In her State of the Union address, von der Leyen called for pacing the development of frontier AI models due to their disruptive potential, pledging closer safety cooperation with Canada, the UK and other like-minded countries.

Euronews

Strasbourg stage set for von der Leyen’s big moment

Good morning. This is Luca Bertuzzi holding the pen in sun-drenched Strasbourg, where the European Parliament is abuzz ahead of Ursula von der Leyen's long-awaited State of the European Union speech.

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Europe Today special: Von der Leyen gives key State of the Union amid mounting challenges for the EU

Today's State of the Union address by EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen grapples with migration, Ukraine, defence, and the continent's role in a rapidly shifting world. We cover it all from Brussels and Strasbourg, with ongoing analysis, top interviews, and our team of EU correspondents.

Euronews

Canada, heatwaves, AI and Ceuta: Von der Leyen delivers State of the Union

Ursula von der Leyen has delivered her landmark State of the Union speech and unveiled a host of initiatives, including a European heatwave plan and "associate membership" status for Canada.

France 24

EU chief calls for creation of ‘European Security Council’, backs partnership with Canada

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called for the creation of a "European Security Council", with countries including Britain and Ukraine, in her State of the European Union speech to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday. Addressing this year's special guest, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, von der Leyen…

The Economic Times

EU chief to unveil social media, gaming curbs for under-15s

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will on Wednesday unveil long-awaited plans to protect children from online harm by curbing access to social media, video-sharing platforms, games and AI chatbots for under-15s. Von der Leyen will use her annual keynote speech to the European Parliament to outline new EU legislation,…

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The Guardian - US

Carney says Canada will pursue ‘unique security and economic alliance’ with EU amid US trade spat

Prime minister speaks of strengthening Canada’s economic and political ties to Europe at Canada Investment Summit

Euronews

‘Do you know where Ceuta is?’: EU Parliament erupts over migration

The European People’s Party and Socialists clashed in a heated European Parliament debate, with shouting and mutual accusations exposing deepening divisions over migration within the coalition backing Ursula von der Leyen.

Euronews

Von der Leyen will deliver an 'inspirational message' in annual speech, EU vice-president says

European Commission Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu hopes Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver an "inspirational message" that will "speak directly to each of the 450 million Europeans" in her annual address to citizens.

The Independent UK

EU chief to lay out priorities and vision for tackling the bloc's challenges in major speech

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to deliver a major state of the European Union speech on Wednesday

Euronews

France ties EU sanctions renewal to prisoner release

Good morning from Brussels. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: why France is holding up the renewal of the EU’s sanctions list, and a teaser of Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union speech.

Euronews

The State of the Union lottery: What will Ursula von der Leyen say?

The war in Ukraine, enlargement, migration, climate and trade are all expected to feature in Brussels’ most eagerly awaited speech of the year — with the possibility of a surprise announcement always lurking around the corner.

Euronews

Von der Leyen urged to ‘make this Europe’s last fossil fuel crisis’ ahead of State of the EU speech

Ursula von der Leyen slammed fossil fuels in her 2022 State of the EU speech. Now, Europe is in the midst of yet another energy crisis.

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