Ursula von der Leyen to deliver State of the Union address in Strasbourg

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to deliver her sixth State of the Union (SOTEU) address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday, September 16. The speech serves as a strategic roadmap for the Commission's priorities in the coming year, focusing on geopolitical challenges, economic competitiveness, and security.

Key legislative and policy topics expected to feature prominently include the 'EU Kids Act,' a proposal aimed at protecting minors online through potential social media restrictions and age verification requirements. Additionally, the Commission is expected to address climate change resilience following a summer of extreme weather, the impact of artificial intelligence on the economy, and migration management, including potential strengthening of Frontex.

Geopolitical issues such as support for Ukraine, the conflict in the Middle East, and the use of frozen Russian assets remain central. The plenary session also features Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is scheduled to speak on Thursday regarding EU-Canada relations.

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European Commission · European Parliament · Mark Carney · Strasbourg · Ursula von der Leyen

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[● 6 SOURCES] Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to speak before the European Parliament on Thursday regarding EU-Canada relations. ruse.news · fakti.bg · nezavisen.mk · via.tt.se · www.rtvslon.ba · +1 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] The session includes discussions on emissions trading legislation and a new EU customs code for online trade. ruse.news
[● 4 SOURCES] Expected discussion topics include support for Ukraine, defense and security, climate change, and the EU budget after 2027. ruse.news · fakti.bg · nezavisen.mk · www.rtvslon.ba
[● 4 SOURCES] This will be Ursula von der Leyen's second State of the Union address during her current mandate. ruse.news · fakti.bg · nezavisen.mk · www.rtvslon.ba
[DISPUTED] The European Parliament is holding a plenary session in Strasbourg from today until Thursday. ruse.news · fakti.bg · nezavisen.mk · via.tt.se · www.rtvslon.ba
[● 10 SOURCES] European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver the State of the Union address on Wednesday, September 16. ruse.news · fakti.bg · nezavisen.mk · via.tt.se · www.brusselsreport.eu · +5 more
[● 4 SOURCES] The Commission is expected to present a proposal known as the 'EU Kids Act' on Thursday. www.euronews.com · tr.euronews.com · tuairisc.ie · www.reporter.gr
[● 5 SOURCES] The Commission is expected to announce a proposal for an EU-wide social media ban for minors. www.euronews.com · tr.euronews.com · it.euronews.com · www.reporter.gr · www.it-boltwise.de
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ukraine and Moldova are noted as making progress toward European Union accession. realitatea.md
[● 4 SOURCES] A proposal to restrict minors' access to social media may be included in the EU Kids Act. realitatea.md · www.stiripesurse.ro · www.reporter.gr · www.euronews.com
[● 15 SOURCES] Ursula von der Leyen is scheduled to deliver the State of the Union (SOTEU) speech on September 16 in Strasbourg. dete.gr · www.clujulpolitic.ro · www.ot.gr · www.ekriti.gr · newsweek.ro · +10 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Commission is developing measures to increase European resilience against climate change. www.ekriti.gr