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EU leaders have backed Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission
EU heads of state and government were nominated today Ursula von der Leyen to stay on as president of the European Commission for a second five-year term, according to three EU diplomats.
Von der Leyen, a German politician, is a member of the center-right European People’s Party. As a next step, von der Leyen will have to win the approval of a majority of the members of the European Parliament.
They also named the leaders Antonio Costasocialist, former Portuguese Prime Minister, as the next President of the European Council.
They also selected Kaya Callasthe current Estonian prime minister, whose party is a member of the liberal Renew Europe group, replaced Josep Borrell as the EU’s high representative for foreign affairs.
Lily Bayer and Jennifer Rankin in Brussels
Key events
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‘Totally committed to promoting unity’: Costa thanks leaders for trust
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Meloni abstained for von der Leyen, voted against Callas and Costa
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The deal “reflects the results of the EP elections and the geographical balance”, says the Latvian leader
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‘Satisfaction’: Polish PM welcomes deal
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Kaia Callas was ‘honoured’ to be nominated as the next EU foreign policy chief
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EU leaders have backed Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission
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EU leaders discuss top jobs
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The French election debate is over
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Bardella and Attal clashed during an election debate in France
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A French debate begins
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French politicians arrive for pre-election debate
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Far-right National Unity with 36%, New People’s Front with 29%: poll
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Our support is not a blank check, says the leader of the Socialists
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“Sometimes soup is not eaten at the same temperature at which it is served,” says the resigned Belgian prime minister
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Czech, German and Polish leaders are calling for more support for countries with Ukrainian refugees
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‘No Europe without Italy’: EU leaders launch charm offensive to win over Meloni
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“European voters were deceived,” says the Hungarian prime minister
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“This is Europe’s historic choice”: Zelensky addressed the EU leaders
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Orbán says Hungary will not support top jobs deal
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The signing ceremony is underway
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“All 27 are equally important,” says the German chancellor amid Meloni’s concerns
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“Clear messages” from the election, Mezzola says
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‘Suspension of the Hungarian presidency’: 20,000 people express concern for Orbán
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“Clear consensus” for von der Leyen, says Harris
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Harris emphasizes Ukraine’s support, EU competitiveness
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Zelensky will sign security agreements in Brussels
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“We need to work on the next steps”: Zelensky arrives at the summit in Brussels
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EU leaders will discuss Ukraine
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Welcome to the blog
“Ready for the next steps”
Manfred Weberleader of the centre-right European People’s Party, called today’s agreement “great news for the future of Europe”.
Great news for the future of Europe 🇪🇺, working for the priorities of our citizens.
I am very happy for #EUCO agreement reached tonight for @vonderleyenthe new term as @EU_Commission President.
Ready for the next steps.
— Manfred Weber (@ManfredWeber) June 27, 2024
Louis Montenegrothe centre-right Portuguese Prime Minister, congratulated the former Socialist Prime Minister Antonio Costa.
O Conselho Europeu tem um novo Presidente. Felicito António Costa on behalf of the Government of Portugal. A Europe faces grandes desafios and contaremos com todos para defend uma União Europeia mais coesa, capáz de construir pontes para que os Estados possums dar às pessoas as…
— Luis Montenegro (@LMontenegropm) June 27, 2024
of Sweden Ulf Christerson has praised Estonia Kaya Callaswho was chosen as the next High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
“Kaja has an impeccable track record and will bring solid expertise in several areas, not least the EU’s unwavering support for Ukraine.
The European Council has just agreed to nominate my Estonian colleague Kaja Kalas as High Representative and Vice-President of the European Commission.
Kaja has an impeccable track record and will bring solid expertise in several areas, not least the unwavering support of the EU…
— SwedishPM (@SwedishPM) June 27, 2024
‘Totally committed to promoting unity’: Costa thanks leaders for trust
Antonio Costathe former Portuguese prime minister, said that “with a strong sense of mission I will take on the responsibility of being the next president of the European Council”.
“As President of the European Council, as of December 1, I will be fully committed to promoting unity among all 27 member states and will focus on the implementation of the Strategic Agenda that EUCO approved today and will provide guidance to the European Union. for the next five years,” he said.
With a strong sense of mission, I will take on the responsibility of being the next President of the European Council.
Thanks to the members of @EUCouncil for their trust in choosing me, @PES_PSE and on @govpt for their support leading to this decision.
Like…
— Antonio Costa (@antoniolscosta) June 27, 2024
Meloni abstained for von der Leyen, voted against Callas and Costa
Jennifer Rankin
Georgia Melonithe Italian prime minister, who has complained loudly about the negotiation process for senior posts, voted against it Kaya Callas and Antonio Costasaid an EU diplomat.
The Italian leader abstained from the nomination of Ursula von der Leyen.
Charles Michel also confirmed that the leaders had proposed Ursula von der Leyen for a new mandate as President of the European Commission.
Her candidacy still needs to be approved by the European Parliament.
The deal “reflects the results of the EP elections and the geographical balance”, says the Latvian leader
Evika Silinja, the Latvian prime minister, said the European Council’s agreement on top EU posts “reflects the results of the EP elections and the geographical balance. EU security, competitiveness and support for Ukraine will remain priorities.
Charles Michel has confirmed this Antonio Costa was chosen as his successor.
‘Satisfaction’: Polish PM welcomes deal
Donald Tuskthe Polish Prime Minister, said there was “satisfaction” for Poland and Europe.
Kaya, Ursula and Antonio accepted. Defense plans have been adopted. satisfaction. For Poland and for Europe.
— Donald Tusk (@donaldtusk) June 27, 2024
Kaia Callas was ‘honoured’ to be nominated as the next EU foreign policy chief
The Estonian Prime Minister confirmed that she was nominated.
“We must continue to work together to ensure Europe is an effective global partner to keep our citizens free, safe and prosperous,” she said.
I am honored to be nominated as the candidate for the High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. Your trust means a lot.
We must continue to work together to ensure that Europe is an effective global partner to keep our citizens free, safe and prosperous. pic.twitter.com/pbQEWjGjA2
— Kaja Kallas (@kajakallas) June 27, 2024
EU leaders have backed Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission
EU heads of state and government were nominated today Ursula von der Leyen to stay on as president of the European Commission for a second five-year term, according to three EU diplomats.
Von der Leyen, a German politician, is a member of the center-right European People’s Party. As a next step, von der Leyen will have to win the approval of a majority of the members of the European Parliament.
They also named the leaders Antonio Costasocialist, former Portuguese Prime Minister, as the next President of the European Council.
They also selected Kaya Callasthe current Estonian prime minister, whose party is a member of the liberal Renew Europe group, replaced Josep Borrell as the EU’s high representative for foreign affairs.
Lily Bayer and Jennifer Rankin in Brussels
Peter Fialathe Czech prime minister, whose party is a member of the European Conservatives and Reformists, supported the names on the table.
“For the Czech Republic, it is extremely important that the distribution respects not only the political but also the geographical balance. The names that have been proposed so far meet these criteria,” he wrote on social media.
Also, I know all of them personally, they have positive relations with the Czech Republic and I have a very good experience working with them,” he added.
The European Council is about to start a debate on the so-called top jobs in the EU.
For the Czech Republic, it is crucial that the distribution respects not only the political but also the geographical balance. The names that have been proposed so far meet these criteria. Besides, I…
— Petr Fiala (@P_Fiala) June 27, 2024
EU leaders discuss top jobs
Jennifer Rankin
The EU’s 27 heads of state and government are now discussing the top posts.
The three positions on the table: President of the European Commission, President of the European Council and Head of Foreign Policy.
Kaya Callasthe Estonian prime minister, who is slated to become the next high representative for foreign affairs, left the room and cast his vote for the Finnish prime minister, an EU official said.
Ursula von der Leyenthe president of the European Commission, who is fighting for a second term, also left the room.
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