From hybrid threats to demographic pressure and economic impact. Our Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine are facing a multitude of challenges. We must support these regions and show our solidarity. Because our security lies in their strength, resilience and stability.

Good meeting with Lindsey Graham and a bipartisan delegation of US Senators. Now is the time to raise the costs of Russia’s war higher than ever. To bring Putin to the negotiating table with genuine intent. Sanctions work. And they work best when coordinated.

Five European nations have determined that Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny. This was a cowardly act from a frightened leader. Russia has long acted as a terrorist state, relying on terrorist methods. 
Poisoning political opponents.
Silencing journalists.
Invading peaceful neighbors.

Always great to meet Jonas Gahr Støre Challenging times are faced by partners together. This is why we need the EU-Norway partnership to grow stronger than ever. We are now deepening our cooperation on the Arctic and Arctic security, both bilaterally and as partners in NATO.

We value our longstanding good cooperation with the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, I told President Barzani in the margins of #MSC2026 We welcome your efforts on de-escalation in Northeast Syria, dialogue and humanitarian passage.

Very good meeting with Dr. Sultan Al Jaber. We appreciate the United Arab Emirates’ engagement in hosting peace talks and supporting the reconstruction of Ukraine.

Good meeting with Keir Starmer in Munich. Europe and the UK share similar challenges. it is natural that we work closer to protect our people and common interests. We had a successful summit last year - let's keep the momentum and deliver at the next one.

Europe and the UK should come closer together – on security, on economy or on defending our democracies. Ten years on from Brexit, our futures are as bound as ever. So, it is in our common interest to be ambitious about our partnership.

A strong Europe steps up, takes on its responsibility. And bring its mutual defence clause to life. This is Europe’s meaning. But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability. This is why we must be collectively ready. Speech at #MSC2026 link.europa.eu/fRqgwg

The Berlin format remains steadfast in their commitment to a free and sovereign Ukraine. We reaffirmed our readiness to provide strong security guarantees after the fighting ends, with a crucial US backstop and monitoring role.

Europa stark machen: Seine enorme industrielle Kraft nutzen. Gezielt und gemeinsam in Rüstung investieren. Eng in und mit der @NATO und weltweiten Partnern zusammenarbeiten. So schaffen wir Sicherheit für Europa ↓ link.europa.eu/h4rRnk

We are living through a time of upheaval. So the Munich Security Conference has never been more relevant. 2025 was the year old certainties fell away. 2026 is the year we confront reality. I’m here to talk about Europe’s independence moment.

At the next European Council, I will come with a ‘One Europe, One Market’ roadmap, across these five blocks. With concrete targets, with precise timelines. And with very concrete proposals that we can deliver on, and fast, in 2026.

2026 is the year we shift gear. Across 5 blocks of work. 1) Simplification 2) One single market 3) Lower energy prices 4) AI-driven transformation 5) Strong Trade The direction of travel is clear ↓ link.europa.eu/8gwDKj

Congratulations dear Mia Mottley on your election to a 3rd term as Barbados’ PM. You keep showing what it means to stand up for your people. From pushing on climate resilience and working to reform the global financial architecture. It's truly inspiring.I’m glad to call you my partner and friend.

My message to the European Industry Summit in Antwerp: I'm ready to build the strongest business case for your industries to choose Europe. With speed. With scale. With access to affordable energy and new markets ↓ link.europa.eu/7kP6wk

Europe’s power on the global stage depends greatly on our strength on the economic front. This is why competitiveness has been at the top of our agenda from day one. What matters now is the speed of delivery ↓ link.europa.eu/kjVP6x

I welcome the @Europarl_EN speedy adoption of our proposal for an additional €90 billion loan for Ukraine. Ukraine's courage is unshakable. And so is Europe's resolve to stand by its side. Today and tomorrow! Because a strong Ukraine makes all of Europe safer.

Parabéns, António José Seguro, pela eleição como Presidente da República. Os cidadãos portugueses fizeram ouvir a sua voz e, perante a devastação causada pelas tempestades, demonstraram uma notável resiliência democrática.

Congratulations, António José Seguro, on your election as President of Portugal. The Portuguese citizens have spoken and, in the face of devastation caused by the storms, demonstrated remarkable democratic resilience. Portugal’s voice for our shared European values remains strong.

Warm congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae on her landmark victory in today’s elections. Looking forward to renewed impetus to deepen the EU–Japan strategic partnership across the board. From competitiveness and innovation to cooperation on economic security and global stability.

As storms and floods continue to strike Portugal and Spain and leaving loss and destruction behind, our thoughts are with everyone affected. Europe stands in solidarity with our Member States and their communities in this difficult moment.

Russia will only come to the table with genuine intent if it is pressured to do so. So we are tabling our 20th package of sanctions against Russia covering energy, financial services and trade ↓ link.europa.eu/nXpRkQ

Good discussion with Business Europe. We share the same sense of urgency. And the same conviction that the profound changes reshaping the world are an opportunity to build a stronger, more independent Europe.

Tour d’horizon avec le président Emmanuel Macron des sujets d’actualité avant notre sommet européen de la semaine prochaine. Compétitivité, innovation, Investissements, croissance, emploi, défense, sécurité : c’est notre agenda commun pour l’indépendance de notre continent.

Good news: Europe, Japan, and the US will work with others on collective resilience through a plurilateral trade initiative on critical minerals. Together, we will build strong and diversified supply chains to secure the materials needed to power our economies.

I welcome this important step in providing €90 billion in financing to Ukraine, just three weeks after we put forward our proposal. I’m now looking forward to the position of the European Parliament as well.

Good exchange with Kristalina Georgieva on Europe’s competitiveness. A strong starting point for today’s discussions at our College seminar. In a world of sharp competition and short horizons, we are building Europe’s competitiveness.

I spoke with President Zelenskyy ahead of this week’s peace talks. As we approach the 4th year of the brutal war against Ukraine, Russia continues to double down on war crimes, striking civilian infrastructure and homes. Year after year, Europe’s support for Ukraine remains unwavering.

EU-Inc. Making business truly borderless.

🇭🇷 Hvala na srdačnoj dobrodošlici u Zagreb, dragi Andrej Plenkovic. In a more hostile world, Europe must become stronger and more independent. This is what we we will discuss over the next two days. From security and defence to jobs & growth made in Europe.

Spoke with Prime Minister Montenegro to express my deepest solidarity following the extreme impact of Storm Kristin in Portugal. The loss of life and destruction to infrastructure are heartbreaking. My gratitude goes to the teams working to ensure citizens’ safety and to restore power.

In these times of geopolitical uncertainty, it is good to have Norway as part of our European family. I had an excellent exchange with the Norwegian Parliament’s Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence.

I welcome the political agreement on new sanctions against the murderous Iranian regime And on the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization. This was long overdue.

Meeting with the Indian and European business community in Delhi. Under the FTA, European exporters will save up to €4bn a year in duties. And EU exports are expected to more than double over time. Major opportunities ahead. link.europa.eu/pTjhmF

Today, the world’s two largest democracies launched a Security and Defence Partnership. A platform for stronger cooperation on the strategic issues that matter most - from defence industry to maritime security. This is what trusted partners do. link.europa.eu/V94YWr

Europe and India are making history today. We have concluded the mother of all deals. We have created a free trade zone of two billion people, with both sides set to benefit. This is only the beginning. We will grow our strategic relationship to be even stronger.

Long live India. Long live the friendship between Europe and India. 🇪🇺🇮🇳

Thank you for hosting us on Republic Day, President Murmu. स्नेहपूर्ण स्वागत के लिए आपका हार्दिक धन्यवाद। Europe and India are the world’s largest democracies, committed to working together to shape a new global order. This is why we are here to take our partnership to new heights.

The display of the flags of the EU, the EU Military Staff, and our maritime missions ATALANTA and ASPIDES at India’s Republic Day is a powerful symbol of our deepening security cooperation. It will culminate tomorrow in the signature of our Security and Defence Partnership.

I’m so glad to be in India today. India and Europe have made a clear choice. The choice of strategic partnership, dialogue and openness. Leveraging our complementary strengths. And building mutual resilience. We are showing a fractured world that another way is possible.

« The mother of all trade deals » We are closing in on the 🇪🇺🇮🇳 Free Trade Agreement. See you soon in Delhi.

Europe stood firm and united in full solidarity with Greenland & the Kingdom of Denmark. Work on Arctic security continues. We'll step up investments in Greenland and Arctic-ready equipment. And deepen security cooperation with partners in the region ↓ link.europa.eu/RtKdCV

This moment of global change is fraught with dangers. And Europe must be ready to change even faster. To become more independent. For its own future.

Europe stands in full solidarity with the brave women and men of Iran who are risking their lives to demand freedom for themselves and future generations.

Delighted to once again be in your beautiful country, dear Guy Parmelin. Europe stands in full solidarity with Switzerland and the 🇨🇭 people after the tragic events of Crans-Montana. We deeply value our partnership and friendship with Switzerland.

Good discussion with CEOs today in Davos. Europe has all the assets it needs to attract investment.   From capital to innovation. We’re working on mobilising them fully.   Soon, we’ll put forward a single set of rules for companies to scale and grow across Europe - EU Inc.

Europe is working on a package to support Arctic security. And at the heart of this will be the fundamental principle: it is for sovereign people to decide their own future.

Arctic security can only be achieved together. This is why the proposed additional tariffs are a mistake, especially between long-standing allies. The EU and US have agreed to a trade deal last July. A deal is a deal. And when friends shake hands, it must mean something.

Geopolitical shocks can - and must - be an opportunity for Europe. The seismic shift underway makes it both possible & necessary to build a new European independence. From security to the economy. From defence to democracy. Europe is gathering speed. → link.europa.eu/6qt6hC