Ursula von der Leyen has announced her intention to seek a second term as President of the European Commission, a position she has held since 2019. During her tenure, she has navigated the EU through significant challenges including Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As the first woman to hold the office, von der Leyen has gained international recognition, leading initiatives on climate change, COVID-19 vaccine procurement, and EU relations with Ukraine and China. Despite criticism from some members of the European Parliament, she remains a strong contender, with no known competitors for her position. The final decision will be made by EU government leaders after the European elections in June.
- Ursula von der Leyen is seeking a second term as President of the European Commission.
- She has led the EU through Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- Von der Leyen became the first woman president of the European Commission in 2019.
- Forbes listed her as the most powerful woman in the world in 2022 and 2023.
- Her commission proposed ambitious climate laws and spearheaded the EU’s COVID-19 vaccine procurement program.
- Despite her achievements, some members of the European Parliament are critical of her leadership.
- There are no known competitors for the presidency, making von der Leyen the front-runner.
- The selection of the commission president is done by EU government leaders with confirmation by the European Parliament.
- Von der Leyen’s main priorities include tackling threats against Europe, reorganizing defense, and overcoming the war against Ukraine.
- The rise of right-wing populism may impact the selection process, although von der Leyen is expected to prevail.
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