A Look at Her Achievements and Challenges
Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as President of the European Commission for a second term, securing a strong mandate to lead the EU through the many challenges it faces.
Von der Leyen’s Achievements
During her first term, von der Leyen has overseen a number of significant achievements, including:
* The adoption of the European Green Deal, the EU’s ambitious plan to become climate neutral by 2050.
* The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine programme, which has helped to protect millions of Europeans from the virus.
* The strengthening of the EU’s internal market, with the launch of the Single Market Gateway and the Digital Single Market Strategy.
* The strengthening of the EU’s global role, with the launch of the Global Gateway investment initiative and the new European Diplomatic Academy.
Von der Leyen’s Challenges
Von der Leyen’s second term will be no less challenging than her first. The EU faces a number of major challenges, including:
* The ongoing war in Ukraine and its impact on the EU’s security and economy.
* The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the EU’s health and economy.
* The climate crisis and the need to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy.
* The rise of populism and nationalism in Europe and the threats they pose to the EU’s unity and values.
Von der Leyen’s Plans for Her Second Term
Von der Leyen has set out a number of priorities for her second term, including:
* Continuing to lead the EU’s response to the war in Ukraine and its impact on the EU.
* Accelerating the transition to a clean energy economy and achieving the EU’s climate goals.
* Strengthening the EU’s internal market and making it more competitive globally.
* Defending the EU’s democratic values and the rule of law.
Von der Leyen’s re-election is a strong vote of confidence in her leadership and her vision for the future of the EU. She will have a challenging second term, but she has a proven track record of success and a clear plan for the future.
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E. Thompson
