Europe prepares to act with unity as global order shifts—von der Leyen
Speaking to the European Parliament, von der Leyen stressed that recent global developments signal a permanent change in international dynamics, requiring Europe to adapt quickly while defending international law and democratic values. "We are at a crossroads. Europe prefers dialogue and solutions – but we are fully prepared to act, if necessary, with unity, urgency, and determination," she said.
Von der Leyen highlighted the increasing role of raw power in global affairs and urged Europe to strengthen its own instruments of influence, including a robust economy, a competitive single market, and advanced technological and innovation capabilities.
Addressing tensions in the Arctic, she noted that Greenland is not just a strategic, resource-rich territory but "above all, home to a free and sovereign people." She emphasized that "the future of Greenland is only for Greenlanders to decide," reaffirming EU alignment with the US on Arctic security through NATO while rejecting the use of security concerns to justify tariffs between allies. "If we are now plunging into a dangerous downward spiral between allies, this would only embolden our very adversaries," she warned.
Von der Leyen also underscored the EU’s efforts to diversify its global trade partnerships, pointing to a newly signed deal with the South American Mercosur bloc and ongoing negotiations with India, noting that such initiatives strengthen Europe’s independence and resilience in an increasingly volatile world.
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