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As it happened: Ursula von der Leyen’s secret ballot triumph

EU Confidential

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Re-election of Ursula von der Leyen as Commission President

The chapter discusses Ursula von der Leyen's successful re-election as Commission President after intense negotiations and securing a majority of 360 votes in a secret ballot. It highlights her strategic alliances with different political groups, post-election promises focusing on enhancing the business environment and addressing key issues within the EU, and the balancing act between maintaining continuity in policies and appealing to diverse political factions.

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