Leyen warns Russia, urges unity
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that Russia and ultranationalists sought to fracture the EU and backed Kyiv while urging action on energy, migration, climate and defense.
by Laurent Pech
President von der Leyen: "Europe will always lead when it comes to defending the rules-based system."
Meanwhile, in the real world: euobserver.com/226421/the-i...
Meanwhile, in the real world: euobserver.com/226421/the-i...
September 17, 2026 at 5:55 AM
President von der Leyen: "Europe will always lead when it comes to defending the rules-based system."
Meanwhile, in the real world: euobserver.com/226421/the-i...
Meanwhile, in the real world: euobserver.com/226421/the-i...
The geopolitical holiday for the EU is long over. Von der Leyen should have known that offering a closer partnership to Canada will be seen as a threat for a US President that claims imperial control over the Western Hemisphere.
The European Commission replies to Trump:
"As our President made clear yesterday, the proposed strengthening of our partnership with Canada is not against anyone else, but for our common strength."
"As our President made clear yesterday, the proposed strengthening of our partnership with Canada is not against anyone else, but for our common strength."
September 17, 2026 at 7:14 AM
The geopolitical holiday for the EU is long over. Von der Leyen should have known that offering a closer partnership to Canada will be seen as a threat for a US President that claims imperial control over the Western Hemisphere.
Reposted by Simon Usherwood, Nicolai von Ondarza
There is a real anger among UK businesses about the government's current handling of EU relations over "Made in Europe" and a fear that this year's summit and with it the whole reset is at risk. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
‘Made in Europe’ law threatens UK plans for reset with EU
Government sources say legislation aimed at China poses a risk to British businesses and must be addressed
www.theguardian.com
September 17, 2026 at 6:09 AM
There is a real anger among UK businesses about the government's current handling of EU relations over "Made in Europe" and a fear that this year's summit and with it the whole reset is at risk. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
by Simon Otjes
De sociaal-democraat en de post-fascist willen "Europese Christelijke culturele erfgoed" beschermen tegen "ongecontroleerde migratie" www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Meloni, Frederiksen reiterate opposition to 'uncontrolled immigration'
Meloni and Frederiksen issued a joint statement rejecting "uncontrolled immigration," calling for third-country return hubs and citing shared European values they vowed to defend. #EuropeNews
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September 17, 2026 at 7:58 AM
De sociaal-democraat en de post-fascist willen "Europese Christelijke culturele erfgoed" beschermen tegen "ongecontroleerde migratie" www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Remember: Canada spoke out in favour of its European allies over Greenland, while the EU, incl von der Leyen yesterday, has remained quiet over Trump's threat against Canada. Offering associate membership as a geopolitical move requires taking sides.
September 17, 2026 at 7:14 AM
Remember: Canada spoke out in favour of its European allies over Greenland, while the EU, incl von der Leyen yesterday, has remained quiet over Trump's threat against Canada. Offering associate membership as a geopolitical move requires taking sides.
'“We cannot decide on something that does not exist,” quipped one diplomat. A second said the idea would probably “die” in negotiations with member states. “It’s classic [von der Leyen],” noted a third. “Promise first, get approval later.”'
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Why Mark Carney’s romance with Europe can only go so far
Berlin opposes fast track to EU ‘associate membership’ for Canada, with officials warning Ottawa risks angering other partners
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September 17, 2026 at 7:39 AM
'“We cannot decide on something that does not exist,” quipped one diplomat. A second said the idea would probably “die” in negotiations with member states. “It’s classic [von der Leyen],” noted a third. “Promise first, get approval later.”'
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Reposted by Nicolai von Ondarza, Molly Scott Cato
The EU has delivered greater stability across the continent, greater mobility for its citizens, and a single market that gives Europe global economic weight.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
September 16, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The EU has delivered greater stability across the continent, greater mobility for its citizens, and a single market that gives Europe global economic weight.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
www.rcinet.ca/eye-on-the-a... An important week in Canadian diplomacy! Commented for this story by CBC News - Eye on the Arctic about how potential Canadian associate membership in the EU could enhance Arctic cooperation. 🇨🇦🇪🇺@uitnorgesarktiske.bsky.social
Arctic would be "flagship project" in proposed EU-Canada partnership, von der Leyen says
The Arctic would become a centrepiece of a proposed new partnership between Canada and the European Union, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday.
“We will make the Arct...
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September 17, 2026 at 5:06 AM
www.rcinet.ca/eye-on-the-a... An important week in Canadian diplomacy! Commented for this story by CBC News - Eye on the Arctic about how potential Canadian associate membership in the EU could enhance Arctic cooperation. 🇨🇦🇪🇺@uitnorgesarktiske.bsky.social
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There is a real anger among UK businesses about the government's current handling of EU relations over "Made in Europe" and a fear that this year's summit and with it the whole reset is at risk. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/s...
‘Made in Europe’ law threatens UK plans for reset with EU
Government sources say legislation aimed at China poses a risk to British businesses and must be addressed
www.theguardian.com
September 17, 2026 at 6:25 AM
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by Nicolai von Ondarza Reposted by Ben Tonra
Mark Carney certainly sounds like the most pro-European head of government at the moment:
The EU has delivered greater stability across the continent, greater mobility for its citizens, and a single market that gives Europe global economic weight.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
An honour to hear President von der Leyen address the European Parliament today as we build a deeper partnership for the future.
September 16, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Mark Carney certainly sounds like the most pro-European head of government at the moment:
Reposted by Steve Peers
Canadians encountering EU politics for the first time:
"So the French and Germans oppose any move they perceive as von der Leyen empire building?"
"Yeah, but only after spending five days prior leaking anonymous, confusing details to any media outlet that will listen"
"So the French and Germans oppose any move they perceive as von der Leyen empire building?"
"Yeah, but only after spending five days prior leaking anonymous, confusing details to any media outlet that will listen"
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September 16, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Canadians encountering EU politics for the first time:
"So the French and Germans oppose any move they perceive as von der Leyen empire building?"
"Yeah, but only after spending five days prior leaking anonymous, confusing details to any media outlet that will listen"
"So the French and Germans oppose any move they perceive as von der Leyen empire building?"
"Yeah, but only after spending five days prior leaking anonymous, confusing details to any media outlet that will listen"
by Andrew Watt
Jonas Nahm makes a number of apposite points here: bsky.app/profile/jona...
The EU needs to define statuses short of membership also for other cases incl. UK, Iceland, Ukraine. Complex, but important and urgent.
The EU needs to define statuses short of membership also for other cases incl. UK, Iceland, Ukraine. Complex, but important and urgent.
1/ Von der Leyen just offered Canada "associate membership" in the EU in her State of the Union address. Carney was in the chamber. Standing ovation. Perhaps the clearest sign yet that some countries are actively trying to build a new architecture for global trade.
September 17, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Jonas Nahm makes a number of apposite points here: bsky.app/profile/jona...
The EU needs to define statuses short of membership also for other cases incl. UK, Iceland, Ukraine. Complex, but important and urgent.
The EU needs to define statuses short of membership also for other cases incl. UK, Iceland, Ukraine. Complex, but important and urgent.
Big win for Carney and Canada!
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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats drive Ottawa closer to Europe.
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September 16, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Big win for Carney and Canada!
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Reposted by Lynette H. Ong
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe. n.pr/3UX0uMz
EU's Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become an associate member
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.
n.pr
September 16, 2026 at 12:56 PM
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe. n.pr/3UX0uMz
I blame Eurovision. Once they let non-European countries like Australia and Israel in, the common-sense definition of ‘Europe’ fell apart in people’s heads
🇪🇺🇨🇦 Ursula von der Leyen wants to take Canada-EU relations to “the highest level possible” — including opening the door for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
September 16, 2026 at 10:21 PM
I blame Eurovision. Once they let non-European countries like Australia and Israel in, the common-sense definition of ‘Europe’ fell apart in people’s heads
by Jonas Nahm
6/ The "associate membership" category von der Leyen proposed doesn't exist in EU law. As Brussels is beginning to recognize its own gravitational pull, it's acting on it faster than its own institutions can absorb.
September 16, 2026 at 11:20 PM
6/ The "associate membership" category von der Leyen proposed doesn't exist in EU law. As Brussels is beginning to recognize its own gravitational pull, it's acting on it faster than its own institutions can absorb.
by Matthew Lebo
The new Chunnel is going to be awesome.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen tells Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney that she wants to open the door for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member.
September 16, 2026 at 3:43 PM
The new Chunnel is going to be awesome.
Reposted by Adrian Vickers
🇪🇺🇨🇦 Ursula von der Leyen wants to take Canada-EU relations to “the highest level possible” — including opening the door for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
September 16, 2026 at 2:52 PM
🇪🇺🇨🇦 Ursula von der Leyen wants to take Canada-EU relations to “the highest level possible” — including opening the door for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
A potentially historic shift in Canada-Europe relations.
🎥 Credit: CPAC Live / YouTube
❤️🇪🇺🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🇪🇺❤️
Reposted by Andrew Novak
EU capitals caught off guard as von der Leyen announces ‘associate membership’ for Canada. Further alignment than currently planned would create new issues around steel, cars, genetically modified crops and other substantive issues, diplomats said. www.politico.eu/article/eu-c... @politico.eu
EU capitals caught off guard as von der Leyen announces ‘associate membership’ for Canada
Further alignment than currently planned would create new issues around steel, cars, genetically modified crops and other substantive issues, diplomats said.
www.politico.eu
September 16, 2026 at 11:11 AM
EU capitals caught off guard as von der Leyen announces ‘associate membership’ for Canada. Further alignment than currently planned would create new issues around steel, cars, genetically modified crops and other substantive issues, diplomats said. www.politico.eu/article/eu-c... @politico.eu