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European Commission's 2025 State of the Union address

The State of the Union address for which von der Leyen consulted the European Parliament president and political chairs in Strasbourg in September 2025.

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  1. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen announces a State of the Union address on 10 September

    Von der Leyen highlights progress on common defence industry and technology leadership and announces a State of the Union address on 10 September.

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    Times are changing. And so is Europe. We already achieved so much together. We have laid the foundations of our common defence industry and tech leadership. And there is so much more to come. Stay tuned for the State of the Union address on 10 September. Let’s shape a stronger Europe together.

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  2. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

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    “Join me on 10 September for my State of the Union speech.”

    Von der Leyen notes efforts to strengthen Europe's defence posture and boost growth and announces her State of the Union speech on 10 September.

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    This year, we worked hard to strengthen our defence posture and boost our growth, innovation and job creation. From promise to progress, Europe is delivering for its citizens. Join me on 10 September for my State of the Union speech. Together, we will chart the way forward ↓ europa.eu/!QFj8Nd

    On her upcoming State of the Union address.

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  3. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen notes preparations for the State of the Union are underway

    Von der Leyen notes preparations for the State of the Union are in full swing and says discussions with European Parliament political chairs will continue tomorrow.

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    Bonjour Strasbourg! Preparations for the State of the Union are in full swing. Good to catch up with @president.europarl.europa.eu and @europarl.europa.eu political chairs ahead of such an important event. Discussions will continue tomorrow.

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  4. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

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    Von der Leyen announces a State of the Union address scheduled for 9 am tomorrow

    Von der Leyen notes continuing talks with European Parliament leaders and announces a State of the Union address scheduled for 9 am tomorrow.

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    One day to go until the State of the Union. Discussions continue with @europarl.europa.eu leaders. With dialogue and determination, we can drive Europe forward. Tune in at 9 am tomorrow for #SOTEU

    BlueskyFull record
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