The European People’s Party (EPP) chose Ursula von der Leyen as its top candidate for the European Parliament elections, securing broad support to lead the European Commission again from 2024 to 2029. The decision marks a continuation of a pivotal leadership track as the bloc gears up for a crucial electoral cycle. Von der Leyen, a prominent German conservative, was positioned to steer the executive arm of the union in the next mandate, signaling a steady hand and a commitment to the unity and strategic direction the EPP aims to project across member states, including Canada-eyed and North American audiences watching closely how Brussels plans to respond to evolving global trends and regional priorities.
