Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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On 23 January 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, spoke about transatlantic relations with a focus on European security, specifically concerning Greenland and Ukraine.

She emphasized Europe's strengthened position in Greenland through solidarity and strategic engagement with the US alongside the need for increased investment in Arctic security.

Regarding Ukraine, President von der Leyen detailed Europe's intensified support amid Russian aggression and outlined progress on a Prosperity Framework for Ukraine's post-war future through economic reforms, EU integration, and donor coordination. She concluded by underscoring the commitment to Ukraine's independence, with further discussions at a Leaders Retreat on February 12th.

See the full transcript of the President's statement here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_26_192

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission:
https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/video/I-283859

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