The EPP’s footprint on the EU programme –

Ursula von der Leyen has just been confirmed as head of the European Commission. But what will her government program be? The European People’s Party will certainly have a strong influence on the guidelines that will inspire Von der Leyen’s political action. Economy, security and migration will be the priorities at the heart of the program of the next Commission presided over by Ursula von der Leyen.

But let’s see in detail which points of the European People’s Party manifesto will be incorporated into Ursula Von der Leyen’s executive program: 1) prosperity and competitiveness: more jobs, more innovation, less bureaucracy. A new control of SMEs and competitiveness will help reduce bureaucracy; 2) security: crucial steps towards a true European Defence Union; 3) strengthening the European way of life: strong regions and vibrant rural areas, leaving no one behind; 4) a strong European voice in the world and a strong rule of law.