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President of the . Mother of seven. Brussels-born. European by heart. 🇪🇺

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  1. 38 minutes ago

    Glad to meet today. We discussed reconstruction work supported by 🇪🇺 after the Zagreb & Petrinja earthquakes. Given the exceptional circumstances, the Commission will look favourably at the request to align deadlines for absorption of funds to June 2023.

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  2. 2 hours ago

    Good to meet Czech Prime Minister These are challenging times. So it is good to count on your dedication to our EU priorities. I’m looking forward to the 🇨🇿 Presidency this year. We will also, later today, address the situation around Ukraine at

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  3. 4 hours ago

    I just met President . We discussed how to strengthen 🇪🇺🇪🇬 relations across the board, including economic opportunity, regional stability, human rights, energy to climate. As Chair, Egypt will be critical for the global success on fighting climate change.

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  4. 17 hours ago

    I touched-base with SG on the latest developments. We continue to cooperate closely on deterrence and preparedness.

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  5. 18 hours ago

    Detailed discussion with President on potential financial and economic sanctions in case of further Russian aggression against Ukraine. We are working hand in hand to ensure the effectiveness of the sanctions package.

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  6. 22 hours ago

    I am continuing my bilateral contacts on the current security situation. I exchanged today with Italian PM Mario Draghi. Would welcome de-escalation but missing tangible signs of it by Russia. Also covered preparedness on security of energy supply, for the benefit of 🇪🇺🇮🇹

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  7. 24 hours ago

    Preparing the with Europe and Africa are working together for a prosperous future. For this, we need massive investments in infrastructure. And we also need investments in people, especially our youth. These are the priorities.

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  8. Feb 16

    mRNA vaccines made in Africa, for Africa, with world-class technology. The Vaccine Equity for Africa initiative is a trailblazer in our global fight against the pandemic. invests €1 billion to support ramping up vaccine manufacturing in Africa.

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  9. Feb 16

    We have not chosen confrontation with Russia, but we are prepared for it. Another future is possible. A future in which Russia and Europe cooperate on their shared interests. Where free countries work together in peace.

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  10. Feb 16

    I welcome confirmation of the legality of the conditionality regulation. The Commission will defend the Union’s budget against breaches of the principles of the rule of law. We will act with determination.

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  11. Feb 16

    Our models on gas supply show that we are now rather on the safe side.   But a key lesson is that we must diversify energy sources and heavily invest in renewables.   They are clean and good for the planet.   They are home-grown and good for our independence.

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  12. Feb 16

    We are also ready in case Russia uses energy as a weapon.   Several countries are ready to step up their exports of LNG to the EU.   We already reinforced our pan-European pipeline and electricity interconnector network.   This will also be the backbone of green hydrogen supply.

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  13. Feb 16

    The Russian leadership is causing this crisis deliberately.   Should the Kremlin choose violence, our response will be strong and united.   We have prepared robust sanctions.   Our sanctions can bite very hard, and the Kremlin knows this well.

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  14. Feb 16

    We stand firm with Ukraine.   Diplomacy has not yet spoken its last words.   The Transatlantic community has for a long time not been so united.   And our call on Russia is crystal clear: do not choose war. →

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  15. Feb 15

    Good call with Canadian Prime Minister on the latest developments surrounding Ukraine. We reaffirmed that our common response to any further Russian aggression will be both fully aligned and speedy. Sanctions will start at the top of the ladder.

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  16. Feb 15

    I spoke to 🇬🇧 Prime Minister on the situation surrounding Ukraine. 🇪🇺🇬🇧 are coordinating closely, along with the US and Canada, on sanctions in case of further Russian aggression.

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  17. Feb 15

    Threats are fast evolving, from hybrid to cyber-attacks to the growing contestation of space. And in the global technological race, the EU must maintain its edge. So today we put forward a series of initiatives for a more integrated and competitive 🇪🇺 defence market ↓

    The EU needs to act now to strengthen its defence capabilities and face present and future threats. Today, we present our contribution to European defence and the EU Strategic Compass for security and defence. Our inputs in 5️⃣ points ↓
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  18. Feb 15

    Our economy and society are going increasingly digital. And cyber threats are also increasing. The answer is in space 🛰️ Today we propose a plan for a 🇪🇺 secure satellite communication system. For reliable government comms services and faster connections everywhere!

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  19. Feb 15

    Space is getting crowded. Today we propose an EU approach to space traffic management. This means: • Assessing our capacity to track spacecrafts and debris • Setting new rules to improve sustainability in space • Reaching out to partners to tackle this issue together

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  20. Feb 15

    🇪🇺🇯🇵 Excellent phone call with We work closely to foster de-escalation of the situation around Ukraine and to guarantee Europe’s energy security. I welcome Japan's decision to share its energy surplus with Europe, as a token of solidarity. Statement ↓

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