🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen
Von der Leyen to pledge new support for Romania and Bulgaria
What happened
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is visiting Romania and Bulgaria on two days, with discussions focusing on strengthening maritime surveillance, accelerating defence investments, and improving crisis response capacity. During her visit, she will meet with leaders in both countries and announce new EU support for their security and resilience. Around half of the recent hybrid threats and incursions into EU territory have affected Romania, Bulgaria, and the Black Sea region.
Why it matters
The visits highlight the EU's concerns about security and resilience in the region, particularly given the recent increase in hybrid threats and incursions. The European Commission's actions are in response to these concerns and aim to strengthen cooperation and support for affected member states. The issue is significant for the EU's ability to maintain stability and security.
Key facts
- Von der Leyen is visiting Romania and Bulgaria on November 9 and 10.
- Discussions will focus on maritime surveillance, defence investments, and crisis response capacity.
- Von der Leyen will meet with leaders in both countries.
- She will announce new EU support for Romania and Bulgaria's security and resilience.
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