I warmly welcome the ratification of the EU–Mercosur Agreement by Argentina and Uruguay. Together, we are creating the largest free trade area in the world. A decisive step toward open trade, shared prosperity, and stronger ties between our regions.

Saúdo calorosamente a ratificação do Acordo UE–Mercosul pela Argentina e pelo Uruguai. Juntos, estamos a criar a maior zona de comércio livre do mundo. Um passo decisivo rumo a um comércio aberto, prosperidade partilhada e laços mais fortes entre as nossas regiões.

Acojo con gran satisfacción la ratificación del Acuerdo UE–Mercosur por parte de Argentina y Uruguay. Juntos estamos creando la mayor zona de libre comercio del mundo. Un paso decisivo hacia un comercio abierto, una prosperidad compartida y unos lazos más estrechos entre nuestras regiones.

Very useful meetings with Baltic Prime Ministers 🇪🇪 Kristen Michal, 🇱🇻 Evika Siliņan and 🇱🇹 Inga Ruginienė, with a strong focus on Ukraine and Europe’s security and defence.

It was a pleasure to meet with the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Hun Manet 🇰🇭. We reaffirmed our shared ambition for stronger EU-ASEAN relations, and the importance of respect of international law, including territorial integrity.

My message in Kyiv is clear: Ukraine can count on the EU. Ukraine’s future is in the European Union.

Dear President Zelenskyy, it is clear that the future of a democratic and prosperous Ukraine is in the EU. You have made a lot of progress in your reform efforts under the toughest of circumstances.

On the fourth anniversary of the Russian further invasion of Ukraine in 2022, we, the leaders of the G7, reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity and right to exist, and its freedom, sovereignty and independence.

At one of Kyiv’s central heat and power plants I saw today first-hand the impact of Russian missile strikes on Kyiv’s energy infrastructure. Russia is waging a war of terror against Ukraine’s civilian population. Targeting innocent people and leaving them without power in freezing temperatures.

Standing alongside President Zelenskyy in Kyiv, I participated in a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing. We reaffirmed our unwavering support for Ukraine and its people. In the face of Russian aggression, Ukraine continues to prevail while remaining engaged in peace negotiations in good faith.

Today is a day of remembrance in Ukraine. In Europe. We remember the lives lost – the soldiers, the civilians, the children. We remember the communities torn apart, the homes destroyed, and the children taken away from their families.

The EU stands firm with Ukraine. For a just and lasting peace. For a strong and sovereign Ukraine in a strong and sovereign Europe. Our joint statement with @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu @president.europarl.europa.eu link.europa.eu/RJCmBh

Today we celebrate Estonia's Independence Day. May these celebrations be a beacon of hope, inspiring freedom and resilience across our continent. Head vabariigi aastapäeva, kallis Eesti! 🇪🇪

Four years of an unjust war of aggression.
 Four years of unshakable Ukrainian courage.
 Four years of unwavering European support. One shared resolve: to secure a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. That’s why we are here in Kyiv today.

Tonight, the Council's Europa building is lit up in blue and yellow in solidarity with Ukraine. The EU will continue to #StandWithUkraine and support a comprehensive, just and lasting peace.

Now more than ever, we must commit to international cooperation to tackle global challenges. It was a pleasure to meet with Andrés Allamand, Secretary General of SEGIB Ibero-America, and discuss the shared ambitions between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Hoy más que nunca, debemos apostar por la cooperación internacional para afrontar los desafíos globales. Fue un placer reunirme con Andrés Allamand, Secretario General de SEGIB - Secretaria General Iberoamericana, y discutir las ambiciones compartidas entre Europa, América Latina y el Caribe.

Dear Rob Jetten, congratulations on taking office as Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Gefeliciteerd en aan de slag! 🇳🇱 I look forward to working with you in the European Council for a prosperous, peaceful and secure Europe.

🇪🇺🤝🇳🇴 Partners, neighbours and friends.

Great to see EU and Norway’s cooperation in action during my visits to the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI), the CBRNE Centre and Oslo University Hospital.

My sincere gratitude goes to the dedicated doctors and nurses at Oslo University Hospital, who have treated hundreds of evacuated Ukrainian patients since the beginning of the war.

Dear Prime Minister Støre, thank you for your hospitality and for the warm welcome to Norway! We very much value Norway’s continued support to Europe’s security.

God morgen from Oslo! Norway is not only one of the EU's most like-minded partners but also an integral member of the European family and one of our closest friends.

The holy month of Ramadan has started for millions of Muslims in the European Union and around the world. For those observing Ramadan, it is a time of reflection, gratitude, and celebration. Ramadan Kareem. #RamadanKareem

A strong European defence also means a stronger NATO. The European Union and its Member States are mobilising up to €800 billion in defence spending by 2028.

Catching up with Jakov Milatović, Hristijan Mickoski and Aleksandar Vučić in the margins of the #MSC Western Balkans partners can count on my full and continued engagement in their efforts.

A pleasure to meet the Bulgarian President, Iliana Iotova, in the margins of the #MSC and give her my best wishes in her new function.

Important meeting organised by Friedrich Merz to take stock of the situation in Ukraine and the latest developments in the peace negotiations. We welcome all efforts to reach a sustainable peace. The recent agreement to exchange prisoners is a welcome step forward.

European Leaders have a clear priority — to strengthen our economic growth. 2026 will be the year of competitiveness. This is the commitment coming out from Alden Biesen.

Dear Prime Minister Dick Schoof, thank you for your effective and constructive voice in all our discussions at the European Council with clear ideas and a solution-oriented approach to ensure that Europe can deliver. I wish you all the best. Thank you! Dank je wel, Dick!

Today, 🇪🇺 leaders held a strategic brainstorming session on how to build a more competitive and resilient economy that promotes prosperity, creates high-quality jobs, and ensures affordability. In 2026, Europe will deliver.

A real pleasure to hear Enrico Letta’s perspective on the future of our Single Market. Deep expertise, detailed work with stakeholders, and a clear sense of what is at stake. A valuable contribution that moves our debate forward.

Today’s discussions in Alden Biesen bring a new energy to the competitiveness debate. EU Leaders are united on the urgency to bolster the dynamism of Europe’s social market economy.

Thank you, dear Mario Draghi, for your insights on what Europe needs to do to boost its competitiveness — on energy, on capital markets, on strategic industries and other critical areas. Your framing gave a fresh angle to our discussions, a strong basis for leaders’ reflections today in Alden Biesen

We must remove the barriers in our Single Market, cut red tape, and invest more in skills and strategic technologies. At the same time we remain a reliable partner and open for trade, diversifying our trading relationships for economic resilience.

Tomorrow, EU leaders will gather in Alden Biesen 🇧🇪 for an informal retreat to rethink our approach to the EU's competitiveness, autonomy and prosperity. We hold a powerful card: our Single Market. With 450 million consumers, it is Europe’s true superpower and we must use it to the fullest potential.

My best wishes to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi following your decisive win in today’s elections. I look forward to working closely with you to further deepen the partnership between Japan and the European Union.

I congratulate António José Seguro on his election as President of the Portuguese Republic and wish him every success in the exercise of his mandate. Today, the Portuguese people demonstrated their commitment to democracy, reaffirming Portugal as a pillar of European humanism.

Felicito António José Seguro pela sua eleição como Presidente da República Portuguesa e desejo-lhe os maiores sucessos no exercício do seu mandato. Os Portugueses demonstraram hoje o seu apreço pela Democracia, reafirmando Portugal como um pilar do humanismo europeu.

À Paris pour une rencontre avec le Président Emmanuel Macron dans le cadre de mes consultations préparatoires à la retraite informelle du 12 février sur la compétitivité et le Marché Intérieur.

A good discussion with the @europarl.europa.eu Conference of Presidents today, focused on competitiveness, trade, and transatlantic relations.

Today's agreement in the Council on the €90 billion Support Loan for Ukraine follows the leaders' decision at the December #EUCO. It brings us one step closer to ensuring stable financial and military support for Ukraine in 2026–2027.

UNRWA plays an essential role in providing healthcare and education to millions of Palestinians across the region, particularly in Gaza, and must be able to operate without restrictions, now and in the future. The mandate of @unrwa.org remains as relevant as ever.

The ETUC’s work defending the European social model is key to a more competitive, inclusive Europe. Good to meet with @etuc-ces.bsky.social General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social in view of our retreat on competitiveness and the single market on 12 February.

La fotografia è l’unico linguaggio che può essere compreso ovunque nel mondo. È stato un piacere partecipare alla presentazione del libro #PHOTOANSA a Bruxelles e sottolineare l’importanza di un’informazione affidabile e verificata nell’era dei social media.

Innovation is essential for progress and growth. We need true pan-European patent protection to vitalise innovation in the single market. Good to engage with @epo.org President António Campinos as we prepare for our Leaders’ meeting on competitiveness on 12 February.

Social cohesion is key to resilient, sustainable growth. Our Single Market is the strongest tool to deliver this for our citizens and companies - and it will be the focus of our informal Leaders’ meeting on 12 February.

In the current geopolitical environment, strengthening our Single Market is, more than ever, an urgent strategic imperative. That’s why I have invited leaders to an informal retreat dedicated to competitiveness and the single market. ↓ link.europa.eu/vGCfcC

Today’s decision to elevate EU–Viet Nam relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is both historic and forward-looking. It reflects not only how far our relationship with the EU has come, but also our shared ambition for the future.

During my visit to Vietnam, I had the pleasure to meet the General Secretary of the Communist Party, Tô Lâm, PM Phạm Minh Chính, and the Chairman of the National Assembly, Trần Thanh Mẫn, to discuss the different aspects of EU-Vietnam cooperation.