The announcement of Ursula von der Leyen’s candidacy for a second term as President of the European Commission recently caused a stir. The German politician, a member of the CDU, sought her party’s support at a meeting in Berlin. With her experience over the past five years marked by challenges such as Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic and global geopolitical tensions, von der Leyen emerges as a strong candidate for the role.
The European elections scheduled for June promise to be decisive for the future of the European Union. While von der Leyen appears well positioned within the European People’s Party (EPP), far-right parties are also expressing their ambitions, attracting the attention of European citizens concerned about issues such as the economy, environment and immigration.
The rise of far-right parties is raising concerns about possible tougher policies, particularly on immigration and the environment. This political competition could make it difficult to pass legislation crucial to the future of the EU.
In this context, von der Leyen notably displays his intention to strengthen European defense and promote the competitiveness of businesses. The creation of a new post of Defense Commissioner is discussed, highlighting the need for Europe to defend its values and protect its interests in an uncertain global context.
The positioning of the different European political parties and the issues at stake in the next elections reflect a complex and changing political climate. Faced with a rise in extremism, voters’ choices will be decisive for the future of the European Union and for the policies that will shape its destiny.
This blog article provides an overview of current political issues in Europe and invites readers to think about the political choices ahead in the upcoming European elections.