Ukraine
On Europe Day, we celebrate diversity, freedom, and unity. At the same time, Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine continues. How we can strengthen Ukraine and pave the way for its EU membership.
Europe needs to learn to stand on its own feet. This requires not just defense spending but also the necessary expertise—such as stronger cybersecurity and resilience. A new Blue Card could be part of the solution.
At the summit, European leaders discussed Europe’s security and support for Ukraine.The key takeaway: Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security and continue to provide strong support to Ukraine.
The European Commission has presented its work program for 2025 in Parliament. I explained in my plenary speech why that is not enough: