Von der Leyen: 'The West No Longer Exists', Europe to Shape New World Order Amid Historic Changes

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Updated Apr 16, 2025, 03:33 PM

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has declared that 'The West as we knew it no longer exists,' signaling a shift in global geopolitics since Donald Trump's second term. In an interview with the German newspaper Zeit, she highlighted 'historic changes' that have reshaped the geopolitical landscape. Von der Leyen emphasized Europe's role in shaping the emerging new world order, noting the continent's resilience through crises like the banking crisis, migration crisis, Brexit, the global pandemic, energy crisis, and Russia's war against Ukraine. She described Europe as a 'peace project' that does not have 'bros or oligarchs making the rules,' and stressed that Europe does not invade or punish its neighbors. The EU president pointed out that the world has become geopolitically globalized, with Europe's networks of friendship extending worldwide. This is evident in the ongoing tariff debates and Europe's increasing engagement with countries beyond traditional allies like the United States. She mentioned that 13% of global trade is with the US, while 87% is with other countries. Europe, known for its predictability and reliability, is now a focal point for countries seeking stable trade relations. Von der Leyen also noted that there are twelve countries, representing about 150 million people, waiting to join the EU, and highlighted Europe's achievements such as lower CO2 emissions, higher life expectancy, and the allowance of controversial debates in universities.

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