Yesterday I hosted a lunch with @cfr.org to talk about trade, Ukraine, defence, energy, visas, and why I'm confident the EU-US partnership will endure. Our strong ties are necessary for business to thrive, and a strong economy allows us to tackle the challenges we face.

At the @cnas.bsky.social National Security Conference. Europeans are already No. 1 customers of the US defence industry (35%) — their most important market. Clearly, there is no "Fortress Europe." In fact the EU must develop its own security architecture to bolster transatlantic collaboration.

Thank you @cepa.org for the invite to speak at #SCSPAIExpo25, where government, academia, and industry are sharing critical insights on AI and emerging tech. Reinforcing EU competitiveness in this field is a top priority for @ec.europa.eu Here is how we are taking action. 👇

It was great to meet AU Ambassador Hilda Suka-Mafudze following the EU-African Union Ministerial in Brussels last week. Together, our unions working toward a more peaceful and sustainable world.

What a wonderful treat to host local students at the Delegation as part of the Embassy Adoption Program. Their curiosity about Europe shows they are already thinking like global citizens, and we need more of that! Through their studies, they are building a bridge between our two continents. 🌉🇪🇺

Great meeting with the Global Business Alliance, which promotes an open economy & welcomes international companies to invest in the US. Naturally, we discussed current transatlantic economic and diplomatic issues that are affecting businesses on both sides of the Atlantic. Good to stay in touch.

Successful startups drive innovation and sustainable growth, creating high-quality jobs, attracting investment, and reducing dependencies. Stronger businesses make for a stronger Europe.

European Commission@ec.europa.eu · last yr.

Europe steps up to become the world’s top destination for innovation 🚀 Today, we’ve launched the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy to help tech-driven companies grow, compete globally, and thrive in Europe. ↓ europa.eu/!68QKr8

Another step toward #Readiness2030. We are that much closer toward helping Member States ramp up investments in key defence areas like air missile defence, drones, or strategic enablers. #ReArmEurope. My @defensenews.bsky.social op-ed has more: bit.ly/4k3FFGR

Europe’s defense investments signal big wins for American industry

Opinion: A significant amount of investment opportunities will be open to U.S. companies, writes Jovita Neliupšienė, the EU ambassador to the United States.

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European Commission@ec.europa.eu · last yr.

Europe steps up and takes greater responsibility for its defence. @consilium.europa.eu agreed on a defence loan package via our Security for Action for Europe. SAFE will support EU countries' defence with up to €150 billion, enabling them to spend better, together, European ↓ europa.eu/!PPby8R

Devastating news that members of our Washington diplomatic community have lost their lives to violence. We are shocked. Sending support and my deepest condolences to Ambassador Leiter, the embassy, and the larger Israeli community after such a heinous crime.

Kaja Kallas@kajakallas.bsky.social · last yr.

Shocked by the shooting of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC. There is and should be no place in our societies for hatred, extremism, or antisemitism. I extend my condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Israel.

Trade was the topic du jour while in Cincinnati yesterday. Both in a GWU webinar and at the EACC gala, I emphasized: The impact of tariffs will be felt acutely at the state and local levels. EU-Ohio ties are building blocks of our shared prosperity. Let's keep it that way.

Fascinating visit to Ohio’s flagship public research university to meet Ohio State President Ted Carter. OSU has a long-standing research relationship with the EU. Academic cooperation builds lasting, people-first connections, so we encourage OSU students to explore our programs. Go Buckeyes!

In an op-ed for @militarytimes.bsky.social @defensenews.bsky.social, @euambus.bsky.social explains the EU's renewed commitment to investing in defense and lays out the historic, nearly one-trillion dollar plan (#Readiness2030) to buy new weapons and technological equipment. Read: bit.ly/4k3FFGR

Good meeting with Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (+ pup Dolly). I appreciate his support for Ukraine, given Ohio's large Ukrainian diaspora. I also noted his concern over tariffs. The EU wants to avoid disruptions to our economies — Ohio exports over $12 billion annually to the EU. We want to work together.

A pleasure to meet Oklahoma Governor Stitt last night. The EU has invested $22 billion in Oklahoma and received almost $3 billion in goods/services exports from the state. The EU wants a negotiated trade solution that protects and and further develops this partnership for decades to come.

Hard to believe that over 3,000 people experienced our #EUOpenHouse today. This beautifully demonstrates a deep love of Europe and everything it offers to our American friends. Thank you for celebrating with us!

#EUOpenHouse has officially begun! In addition to over 20 European embassies, be sure to stop by the EU Delegation to enjoy free food, make music, test your knowledge, and take photos. Will I see you?

No anthem played over Red Square today can cover the sound of justice coming. Today, on Europe Day, a special tribunal for the Crime of Aggression is launched in Lviv. Justice for Ukraine begins to take shape. Justice is the foundation of a long-lasting peace. → europa.eu/!G9GkXT

75 years of the European Union. What an achievement for the European leaders who saw a better future for this continent than war and tragedy. I am so honoured to lead the EU Delegation to the US at this milestone, when strong EU-US relations have never been more important. Happy #EuropeDay to all!

Happy Europe Day!

The Transatlantic Bridge Awards embody everything great about the EU-US relationship: Americans and Europeans united in defense of freedom when the need has never been greater. Congratulations to our 2025 awardees: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, Rep. Nathaniel Moran, Margaret Brennan, and Fred Hutchison!

With #VEDay, we celebrate 40 years since President Ronald Reagan’s speech at @europarl.europa.eu, when he shared his belief in the United States as a global leader and partner for the democracies of Europe. That a stronger EU meant a stronger United States and vice versa. We remember.

80 years ago, the end of World War II changed Europe forever. Europeans are grateful to the American soldiers who helped bring an end to this terrible era. From these ashes, political leaders said "never again" and in 1950, announced plans for what would become the EU. #VEDay

The only way forward. Strategic energy partnership with the US is more than important now.

Ursula von der Leyen@vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · last yr.

Today, we take an important step towards Europe's energy independence. With our Roadmap, we will complete the phasing out of all remaining Russian energy into our Union. While ensuring stable supplies for businesses and consumers. This is REPowerEU in action. → europa.eu/!gWYj97

🇪🇺 Girl power in the nation's capital. Glad to join @eudiplomacy.bsky.social Secretary General @eeas-secgen.bsky.social on her visit to Washington, including meetings with the White House, State Department, and on Capitol Hill.

Special meeting of the EU Ambassadors, with participation from Ukraine, Norway, Switzerland, and Lichtenstein. We heard from @oksanamarkarova.bsky.social the latest on Russia’s war against her country, including possible pathways to peace. There can be no solution without Ukraine’s inclusion.

Great meeting Gov. Ned Lamont while visiting Connecticut, one of the nation’s most highly educated, highly productive workforces. We are aligned in many ways: energy, education, healthcare, Ukraine — plus the 63K jobs supported by EU investment. May our ties continue to flourish!

This year marks 19 years of our #EuroChallenge academic competition, when high school students become policymakers and come up with solutions to economic issues. I was lucky to attend my second-ever competition to crown the winner.

@collegeofeurope.bsky.social Rector Federica Mogherini needs no introduction to Washington. But it was still my pleasure to welcome her to the Residence as we celebrated the connections between COE and the United States, including several 🇺🇸 alum.

A great group of American & European think tankers joined me to for dinner to discuss the Defence White Paper, a pillar of the EU's renewed approach to defence. On a warm spring evening, we answered questions, dispelled myths, and got valuable reactions from these sharp experts.

Local art adds so much character and perspective to our lives. That is why welcoming these special pieces into the EU Residence was important to me. Thank you for the collaboration @thedcarts.bsky.social @mayorbowser.bsky.social. Learn more below.