Summary

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined the EU’s vision as a global economic leader during the World Economic Forum, contrasting Trump’s “America First” policies.

She highlighted Europe’s advantages, including its large single market, social infrastructure, and commitment to the Paris climate accord, while emphasizing new alliances with Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

Avoiding direct criticism of Trump, von der Leyen underscored the EU’s stability and rules-based approach.

Her speech signaled a pivot away from U.S.-centric relations and a focus on global trade diversification.

  • Zorque@lemmy.world
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    1 day ago

    Man, if only you had decided on this before the US elected a giant orange wannabe-fascist… for the second time.

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      10 hours ago

      Yeah, but you have to consider that the alternative was a woman of colour. They had no other choice, really, they had to vote for a fascist.