Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected for a second five-year term as President of the European Commission on July 18, securing a majority vote from European Parliament lawmakers. This re-election ensures leadership continuity for the EU as it navigates multiple challenges, including the war in Ukraine, climate change, and migration issues. Von der Leyen’s victory was celebrated as a win for pro-European and pro-democracy forces.