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Europe’s dependence on imported fossil fuels leaves its economy exposed to disruptions beyond its control, European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen says at COP31.

In his full speech at the Electrify Now Ministerial, Jørgensen calls for investment in clean power, resilient grids and affordable electrification. He also announces the launch of the Electrify Now Finance Coalition to help unlock investment in emerging and developing economies.

Watch the full speech and join the discussion: What should Europe prioritise to strengthen its energy security?

#COP31 #ElectrifyNow #EnergySecurity #CleanEnergy #DanJorgensen

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🌍 The WMO’s Celeste Saulo says the 2026–2027 El Niño is “off the charts” and warns the world to prepare for another potentially record-breaking year.

At COP31, climate and health leaders discuss extreme heat, rising seas, early warnings and the limits of adaptation. Watch the full Europe Pulse video.

What should governments prioritise: cutting emissions, protecting vulnerable communities, or improving early warning systems?

#COP31 #ClimateChange #ElNino #ClimateHealth

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Montenegro could sign its EU accession treaty in June 2027 — while Ukraine still has no membership date.

Marta Kos outlines the candidates’ progress and remaining reforms. Kaja Kallas explains why enlargement matters for Europe’s security.

▶️ Watch the Europe Pulse video for their remarks and Q&A.

Should the EU move faster on enlargement, and which reforms should remain essential?

#EUEnlargement #Montenegro #Ukraine #EuropePulse

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Europe has the brains. Can it turn its ideas into industries that lead the world?

At WINWIN Brussels Summit 2026, Ursula von der Leyen calls for Europe to think bigger: help companies grow across the EU, back clean industries and put AI to work in the real economy.

Her message: scientific talent must become products, jobs and businesses that stay in Europe.

▶️ Watch the full speech on Europe Pulse.

What should Europe tackle first: business barriers, access to capital or energy dependence?

#EuropePulse #UrsulaVonDerLeyen #EUInnovation

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How close could Canada get to the European Union?

At the EU–Canada Summit in Montreal, Mark Carney outlined a path towards proposed EU associate membership and a deeper partnership on trade, research, education and defence.

Watch his full opening remarks and selected summit highlights in our Europe Pulse video.

Would closer ties benefit both Canadians and Europeans? Share your thoughts below.

#MarkCarney #EUCanada #EuropeanUnion #EuropePulse

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“I don’t think that I can remain neutral.”

Christine Lagarde explains why she is leaving the ECB early—and why she wants the freedom to speak beyond monetary policy.

With eurozone inflation at 3.8%, she also reveals that the ECB debated raising interest rates before deciding to hold.

Watch our Europe Pulse video for her explanation of the economic outlook, her departure and the succession process.

What should Europe look for in the next ECB president?

#ChristineLagarde #ECB #Eurozone #EuropePulse

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🇪🇺 🇨🇦 An EU–Canada alliance for AI and defence?

Ursula von der Leyen outlines a closer partnership spanning supercomputing, critical minerals and shared security — alongside the proposal for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.

Watch her full Montreal speech in our Europe Pulse video.

Should the EU and Canada deepen their cooperation on AI and defence?

#EUCanada #EuropeanSecurity #EuropePulse

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“There is little hope for imminent peace in Ukraine.” — Kaja Kallas

At the E5 defence meeting in Paris, Kallas, Wes Streeting, Boris Pistorius and NATO’s Radmila Shekerinska call for sustained support for Ukraine, stronger air defences and greater European military production.

▶️ Watch the Europe Pulse video for their statements on Ukraine, Russia and Europe’s security.

Is Europe turning its increased defence spending into real capabilities quickly enough?

#Ukraine #EuropeanDefence #NATO #EuropePulse

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“Our support for Ukraine is not charity.” — Jens Stoltenberg

Speaking in Budapest on the 70th anniversary of Hungary’s 1956 revolution, Stoltenberg connects his family’s memories of helping Hungarian refugees with a call to stand alongside Ukraine today.

His message: supporting Ukraine is an investment in Europe’s own security.

▶ Watch the full speech on Europe Pulse.

What lessons from Hungary’s 1956 revolution matter most for Europe today?

#JensStoltenberg #Hungary1956 #Ukraine #EuropeanSecurity #EuropePulse

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“European funding is back.” 🇭🇺🇪🇺

In Budapest, Ursula von der Leyen links Hungary’s reforms to EU funding, Horizon Europe and Erasmus. Marking 70 years since the 1956 revolution, she also delivers a message: democratic backsliding can be reversed.

▶️ Watch her full speech in our Europe Pulse video.

What will matter most in rebuilding trust between Hungary and the EU?

#Hungary #UrsulaVonDerLeyen #EuropeanUnion #EuropePulse

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