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European Commission

@EU_Commission

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Brussels, Belgium

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Born May 9

Joined June 2010

European Commission
@EU_Commission
11h
We want to create a single, more competitive market in banking. Our new report shows the way ahead for a more integrated banking sector that can unlock the capital to power Europe's strategic priorities, including innovation, the clean transition, and defence ↓
European Commission
@EU_Commission
11h
We need a banking sector with the strength and scale to finance growth. A real single market in banking can help banks operate smoothly across borders, delivering high-quality financial services to households and businesses at low cost. Here’s how → link.europa.eu/hQ7tQy
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Ursula von der Leyen
@vonderleyen
12h
With Mario Draghi, we discussed Europe's competitiveness agenda. The One Europe, One Market roadmap, agreed with @Europarl_EN and @EUCouncil, sets out concrete actions and a clear timeline to deliver. We’re bringing down barriers across all sectors of our economy. Backing
European Commission
@EU_Commission
14h
We've fined AliExpress €550 million for breaching its obligations under the Digital Services Act. The company failed to assess and mitigate risks related to the sale of illegal, unsafe, or counterfeit products on its e-commerce platform. Read more: link.europa.eu/GxJQbc
European Commission reposted
Ursula von der Leyen
@vonderleyen
Jul 19
¡Campeones! ¡Muchas felicidades, España! Hoy Europa celebra con vosotros 🇪🇸🇪🇺
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 20
¡Enhorabuena, España! 🏆🇪🇸 You played an excellent #FIFAWorldCup 2026, from start to finish. Thank you for inspiring Europe and for bringing the trophy back to our continent.
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 19
An estimated 4-9% of unsold textiles in Europe are destroyed before ever being worn. We’re putting an end to this wasteful practice. As of today, large companies will need to prioritise keeping products in use: by selling, donating, or preparing for reuse. Find out more:
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 18
We aim to make Europe the world’s first electro-powered continent. Our new plan could cut gas demand by two-thirds, halve oil use, and save €260 billion in fossil fuel imports by 2040. How? ↓🧵
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 18
Among our proposals: 1️⃣ By 2040, electricity should account for 46% of Europe's final energy consumption 2️⃣ Reducing the price gap between electricity and fossil energy 3️⃣ Lowering network charges and taxes 4️⃣ Deploying smart meters faster
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 18
The message we are sending today is very clear: choose electricity over fossil fuels. More: link.europa.eu/9Ngd6b
European Commission reposted
Ursula von der Leyen
@vonderleyen
Jul 17
We have the power to electrify Europe with clean, homegrown energy. Let’s switch it on ↓ link.europa.eu/9Ngd6b
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European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 17
Today we registered two new European citizens’ initiatives. Once launched, they will start collecting signatures from citizens across the EU. Curious what people are already campaigning for? Explore initiatives open for support: link.europa.eu/97PkMD #EUTakeTheInitiative
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 17
⚖️The rule of law is the cornerstone of our democracies. The 2026 Rule of Law Report highlights steady progress across key areas with some important reforms completed or underway across EU countries. link.europa.eu/vGghDn
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 17
Sentinel-1A retires after 12 years in space. But as one chapter closes, a bigger one awaits us. With @CopernicusEU Sentinel-1C and 1D in charge, and soon 4 and 5, we are bringing sharper data and wider environmental coverage. link.europa.eu/PbJBcK
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 16
We’ve accepted X’s action plan to meet its DSA obligations on transparency and researchers’ access to data. These approved measures are an important step in enabling researchers, civil society and the public to gain more transparency into X’s systems. 🔗link.europa.eu/gfnxVx
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 16
🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 At the third meeting of the EU–India Trade and Technology Council, we committed to strengthening our partnership across trade, technology and security. Key outcomes include 👇
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 16
🤖 Boosting cooperation on AI, semiconductors & 6G 🔬 Moving closer to Horizon Europe association 🚀 Launching a EU-India Startup Partnership ⚡ EU–India EV Innovation Hub 📦 Strengthening resilient supply chains More: link.europa.eu/g9p9pJ
European Commission
@EU_Commission
Jul 15
We’re stepping up defence cooperation with Ukraine, with: 🔹 A new Defence Industrial Partnership signed 🔹 The EU–Ukraine Drone Deal launched 🔹 An additional €1 billion to support Ukraine’s drone capabilities #StandWithUkraine 🔗 link.europa.eu/Vhn6qp