Ursula von der Leyen, EU and Davos

Von der Leyen's 'divided' remarks at Davos reflect EU's dilemma in its policy toward China: expert
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the World Economic Forum (WEF). Photo: VCG. In a speech delivered on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum (WEF), European Comm
Von der Leyen signals EU willingness to work with US in Davos speech
The European Union wants to engage and negotiate with U.S. President Donald Trump, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday, warning of the risk of a "global race to the bottom" using tools such as tariffs.
Von der Leyen: Paris climate deal still ‘best hope for all humanity’
“The Paris Agreement continues to be the best hope for all humanity. So Europe will stay the course, and keep working with all nations that want to protect nature and stop global warming,” the European Union’s top executive said in a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Ursula von der Leyen Warns Against Global Race to the Bottom
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned of a 'global race to the bottom' using economic tools like sanctions and tariffs. She emphasized the need for innovation and cooperation to maintain global economic bonds,
EU's Von der Leyen says need to work together to avoid global race to the bottom
Europe has entered a new era of harsh geostrategic competition and will have to work together to avoid a global race to the bottom, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Rules of Engagement Between Global Powers are Changing, Says EU Chief Von Der Leyen
The rules of engagement between global powers are changing," said EU Chief von der Leyen, acknowledging a shifting international order.
EU Hopes To 'Tackle Global Challenges' With Trump: Von Der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen invoked the "enduring strength" of transatlantic ties Monday as she congratulated Donald Trump on his inauguration for a second term as US president.
EU's Von der Leyen warns against 'global race to bottom' on tariffs in Davos
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned on Tuesday of the risk of a 'global race to the bottom' using economic tools such as sanctions, export controls and tariffs.
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EU aims high ahead of mission to India in late February
Commission’s visit to India set to take place end of February, Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič tells POLITICO.
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Ursula von der Leyen Reports Significant Drop in Europe’s Dependence on Russian Fossil Fuels Amid Rising Energy Costs
Ursula von der Leyen reports a 75% drop in Russian gas imports, warns of rising energy costs for Europe amid the transition ...
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Von der Leyen takes aim at China and signals to Trump in cautious Davos speech
The European Commission chief did not explicitly mention the new US president or his trade policies, but underscored the ...
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EU trade chief to Trump: Let’s deal
EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič extended an olive branch to Washington on Wednesday, two days after the U.S. president was ...
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Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a cancer therapy’s gold rush, FDA warning Sanofi, and more news
A Belgian court dismissed a lawsuit against EU chief Ursula von der Leyen centered on text messages she exchanged with Pfizer ...
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EU’s Path to Clean Energy Leadership Unveiled
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the need to break down barriers in the EU's energy sector at ...
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European Commission President deletes post congratulating ‘Taoiseach’ Micheál Martin
President Ursula von der Leyen was forced to delete the tweet as Martin has not yet been appointed as Taoiseach.
Trump presidency looms large over WEF gathering of global business leaders, heads of state
Trump's second presidency dominated proceedings at the World Economic Forum amid ominous warnings over the looming threat of ...