Trump, Europe and Von der Leyen

Von der Leyen extends the hand of the EU to Trump, but without marginalizing China: "We will be pragmatic. Europe must change its way of acting beyond blocs and taboos"
The President of the European Commission defends an adaptation of the EU to the new environment "within our values" but taking advantage of "opportunities wherever they arise" without excluding China,
Von der Leyen on Trump: EU will be 'pragmatic' but protect its interests
The European Union will have a "pragmatic" attitude towards the new administration of Donald Trump but "always" stand ready to defend its strategic interests against any unjustified measure, Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday in a speech that set the tone for how Brussels intends to engage with Washington in the next four years.
Von der Leyen’s grip on power
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‘Pragmatic but principled’: Europe congratulates Trump but keeps eye on its own interests
BRUSSELS (CN) — While some celebrated openly, most European leaders put on a brave face for President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, stressing the need for good transatlantic ties — but subtly, some warned they would defend Europe’s economic interests.
EU Must Be 'Pragmatic' With US, 'Engage' With China: Von Der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called Tuesday for the bloc to "deepen" ties with China and boost relations with India, while taking a "pragmatic" approach with Donald Trump's combative new US administration.
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World leaders welcome Trump’s return to the White House
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Stand by me: Why EU trade actions need member-state consensus
Since Donald Trump’s re-election, the EU has been remarkably active on the trade scene. The bloc’s member state capitals must ...
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EU, China warn against trade friction at Davos after Trump return
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declared Tuesday that Europe was ready to negotiate with the United States and seek to improve ...
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EU, China warn against trade friction after Trump's return
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declared Tuesday that Europe was ready to negotiate with the United States and seek to improve ...