In a recent interview with Die Zeit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed that the West as we knew it no longer exists, attributing this change to the effects of the Trump presidency. She defended the EU’s regulatory stance on US digital services amidst threats regarding the US nuclear umbrella. Von der Leyen emphasized the need for Europe to increase domestic production, especially for defense supplies. The interview, aimed at broader European awareness, coincides with growing EU frustrations over US tariffs negotiations, highlighting the complexity of transatlantic relations.
In her recent interview, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated, 'The West as we knew it no longer exists,' referencing significant changes stemming from the Trump presidency. She emphasized the EU's proactive stance on the tech regulation front despite US threats.
Von der Leyen highlighted the importance of European manufacturing, stating, 'We need to produce and buy more in Europe... particularly when it comes to increasingly critical defence supplies.' This call to action underlines the shift towards stronger internal resilience.
Addressing European security, von der Leyen cautioned, 'While Putin may pause every so often, there is no limit to his imperial ambitions,' stressing the existential risks the EU faces in the current geopolitical climate.
The interview, originally in German, was translated for wider dissemination, pointing to an instilled urgency and desire for greater awareness across Europe and beyond. Von der Leyen's comments reflect growing frustration within the EU regarding US engagement in tariff negotiations.
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