Schallenberg in Brussels: Austria's role as a strong EU partner!

Schallenberg in Brussels: Austria's role as a strong EU partner!

Austria's interim head of government, Alexander Schallenberg, is expected to make an important inaugural visit to Brussels next Monday. This is seen as a significant step to underline Austria's position in the EU. Schallenberg will first meet with the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, followed by a conversation with the EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, who is currently working from home due to illness. An exchange with EU Council President Antonio Costa is also on the agenda. The talks are crucial because Schallenberg wants to send the message that Austria remains “a strong, reliable and constructive partner in the European Union,” as he emphasized.

In the run-up to his inaugural visit, Schallenberg had an “excellent telephone conversation” with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday, who congratulated him on his appointment. The two topics that were discussed in the conversation concern current challenges that Europe and Austria must face together. During the press conference after the meetings on Monday, Schallenberg will emphasize the importance of Austria's active participation in European and international issues. The meeting with Costa is scheduled to take place around 5 p.m., after which there will be a press conference.

Austria's involvement in the EU

At a time when the European Union is facing numerous challenges, Schallenberg's inaugural visit is a clear signal of determination. “Especially in these challenging times, it is essential to find common solutions and strengthen Europe’s ability to act,” said Schallenberg. These words underline Austria's commitment to continue to be a reliable partner in the EU in the coming months nachrichten.at reported. The current talks in Brussels could have far-reaching effects on future cooperation within the EU.