EESC President

I welcome the Intergenerational Fairness Strategy adopted yesterday and its recognition of intergenerational fairness as a strategic choice for the EU.

The adoption of the new Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2030 by the European Commission (EC) is a timely, decisive and very welcome step forward for the entire European Union (EU). It affirms the urgency of gender equality as a fundamental human right and as a core pillar of our democratic, social and economic model.

The European Commission’s proposal for an Industrial Accelerator Act marks an important step in strengthening Europe’s industrial base at a time of profound economic and geopolitical pressure.

I am following with great concern the latest developments in Iran. We call for the full respect for international law and in particular for the protection of civilians. Only dialogue can bring peace, calm and stability.  

I join with other EU leaders in calling on all parties to exercise restraint. In particular I share fully the concerns expressed by the Presidents of the European Commission  and the European Council in their joint statement today.