Read my book “We are Europe”!
Two years ago, I published a book about Europe’s greatest challenges and opportunities and about the changes we urgently need to secure our future.
50 MEP’s, one mission: an independent European defence
“If you think Europe can ever defend itself without the U.S., keep on dreaming.” That’s what Mark Rutte told us during a visit to the European Parliament. When I heard it, I immediately thought: we need to prove him wrong.
Europe should welcome ethical AI builders!
I’ve sent a letter to Ursula von der Leyen and commissioner for tech Henna Virkkunen that Europe should invite AI innovators.
Our road to independence
“Welcome to the era of the rogue American superpower. It will be lonely and dangerous.” As a member of the US delegation of the European Parliament, I follow the EU-US relations closely.
Greenland – Europe’s Litmus Test
After Venezuela, President Trump is now turning his sights on Greenland. Europe has no time to lose and must take action now.
Ukraine; not as long as it takes, but what it takes
‘You leave a hole that we will never be able to fill.’ Written on a yellow and blue flag. Maidan Square in Kyiv is covered with them. Each flag represents a soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice for Ukraine.
Why the Dutch Court’s Ruling Against Meta Matters
Last week, a Dutch court ruled that Facebook and Instagram are violating key provisions of the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA).
From American Protection to European Deterrence
If the American nuclear umbrella disappears, can Europe deter Russia on its own? French President Emmanuel Macron has already spoken openly about expanding the French nuclear deterrent within Europe.
Why We Need to Embrace a Multi-Speed Europe
The EU is like a car with square wheels. It only starts moving when a lot of pressure builds, and when it does, it’s sudden, bumpy, and hard to predict how long the wheels will turn.