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Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Costa following the meeting of the European Council of October 2026
European CommissionPublished Oct 16, 2026
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European Commission Statement Brussels, 16 Oct 2026 President von der Leyen's statement at the joint press conference with President Costa following the European Council of 15 and 16 October.
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