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Merz announces important topics: NATO summit and EU Council in focus!
On June 24, 2025, Chancellor Merz will present his government statement on the NATO summit and the challenges facing the EU.
Merz announces important topics: NATO summit and EU Council in focus!
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 12 p.m., Chancellor Friedrich Merz will make a significant government statement to the Bundestag. This statement will focus on two key international events: the upcoming NATO summit and the European Council. Both events take place in the last week of June and promise to cover important topics affecting international cooperation.
The NATO summit, taking place on June 24 and 25 in The Hague, Netherlands, brings together the heads of state and government of NATO members as well as representatives of Ukraine. Topics on the agenda include the war in Ukraine and the planned increase in member states' defense spending. The expansion of the alliance's military capabilities is also addressed. These discussions are particularly relevant as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate, affecting perceptions of security in Europe.
Topics of the European Council
The European Council will meet in Brussels on June 26th and 27th. The European heads of state and government, the President of the European Council and the President of the EU Commission will meet here. Key topics will include Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU's economic competitiveness and migration issues.
Migration is also the subject of intense discussion in the context of EU policy. A recent meeting of the European Council, held on June 29 and 30, 2023, focused on the external dimension of migration. The EU outlined measures to combat human trafficking networks and improve border protection. The agreement between the 27 interior ministers on a reform of the EU asylum and migration system should also be highlighted.
Support for Ukraine
Another key concern of the upcoming European Council will be support for Ukraine. The EU has already pledged 77 billion euros for reconstruction and humanitarian aid. This support is underlined not only through financial resources, but also through exchanges with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on cooperation on security issues. The EU also demands accountability for the war and promotes the prosecution of aggression, which is intended to ensure long-term stability in the region.
In addition, the discussion about economic security and relations with China and other regions will be on the agenda again. The EU is striving to diversify its economy and reduce critical dependencies. A strategic discussion on China and the preparation of the EU-CELAC summit are also part of the EU's expanded dialogue.
Overall, Chancellor Merz's government declaration on June 24, 2025 will provide an important platform to clearly communicate the political strategies and priorities of Germany and the EU in these challenging times. These upcoming summits are crucial for future European security and cooperation.