Von der Leyen
European Union
Statement summary
Von der Leyen says the European Democracy Shield will strengthen democratic freedoms
Von der Leyen says the European Democracy Shield will protect free speech and independent media and strengthen institutions and civil society.
Source excerpt
Democracy is the foundation of our freedom. Democracy is the foundation of our prosperity. Democracy is the foundation of our security. The European Democracy Shield will protect and reinforce free speech, independent media, resilient institutions and a vibrant civil society. link.europa.eu/C7TDFT