Select language:

itenfrdeesnlelhumkplptrosv

Translation done automatically

In his speech presenting the 2024-2029 Commission, the President Ursula von der Leyen identified 7 political priorities for the work of the European Commission in the period 2024 to 2029.

The President outlined the action plans and what are considered to be the main issues for European society in the five-year period.

From rising living costs and housing shortages to economic conditions and migration management, these challenges are further compounded by broader social, environmental, economic and security changes.

To respond to these challenges, the Commission has set several goals, aiming to create a Union that is quicker to respond to society's needs, simpler and more united. These goals are designed to support citizens and businesses, take decisive action where it can have the greatest impact and promote shared ambitions. This vision is based on the European Union's demonstrated ability to tackle complex challenges through collective action.

By turning plans into concrete solutions, the Commission aims to ensure a resilient and prosperous future for all Europeans. From defence and security to sustainable prosperity, from democracy to social fairness, these priorities set out an ambitious path for the next mandate.

A man and a woman look at some solar panels.

A new plan for sustainable prosperity and competitiveness in Europe

Europe as a continent based on economic growth, business and innovation that ensures competitiveness, prosperity and fairness.

Some men in uniform in front of some screens

A new era for European defence and security

Responding to Europe's security and defence challenges and improving crisis preparedness and management.

two girls and a boy talking and smiling

Supporting people and strengthening our societies and our social model

Promote social equity, improve solidarity in our society and ensure equal opportunities for all.

Maintaining quality of life: food security, water and nature

Building a competitive and resilient agriculture and food system, safeguarding biodiversity and preparing for climate change.

some smiling girls on bicycles

Protecting our democracy, defending our values

Putting citizens at the heart of our democracy to enable everyone to contribute to shaping the future of our European Union.

A woman holding a European Union flag

A Global Europe: Leveraging our strength and partnerships

Focus on our broader neighborhood to address global challenges and promote peace, partnerships and economic stability.

Achieving the goals together and preparing the Union for the future

A modern and strengthened EU budget and an ambitious reform agenda to achieve our goals.


All images in this article are taken, for purely informative and non-profit purposes, from official page of the European Commission dedicated to political priorities.
This Guide has been produced as part of the annual work plan of the European network IGNet, co-financed by the European Union. The content of this guide reflects the views of the authors only. Neither the European Commission nor any of its agencies can be held responsible for its content or any use made of it. The content of this guide has no official value for the purposes of submitting applications or projects, for which only the Guides or official calls for proposals for individual Programmes and Initiatives are valid.