Europe06 April, 20261 min read
Manfred Weber Pushes To Abolish EU Foreign Policy Unanimity
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Weber advocates abolishing EU foreign policy unanimity to enable majority decisions. Europe must speak with one voice in foreign, defense, and security.
Weber's Push
Weber is pressing to abolish the EU's foreign policy unanimity principle. The move comes as Hungary blocks a 90-billion-euro EU loan to Ukraine. Weber praised Foreign Minister Wadephul's initiative that Germany take the lead.
Calls for Leadership
Weber framed the change as essential for a Europe that can defend our interests. Italian coverage noted that Prodi and Weber agree the veto must be abolished. Corriere della Sera quoted Weber: We can no longer rely 100 percent on the United States.