EU boss Ursula von der Leyen in running to be new NATO chief: Reports

Ursula von der Leyen, the current President of the European Commission, is being considered as a candidate for the position of Secretary-General of NATO. According to sources, discussions about von der Leyen’s potential candidacy has been ongoing within the organization, although no formal an announcement has been made. Von der Leyen, a former Defence Minister of Germany, has been a vocal a proponent of increased European defense spending and closer military cooperation between European Union member states. If selected as the new NATO chief, she would bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, particularly in the areas of defense and security. However, von der Leyen’s potential candidacy has raised concerns among some NATO member states, particularly those who are wary of closer integration between the EU and the military alliance. Critics argue that selecting von der Leyen as the new Secretary-General could lead to tensions within the organization and undermine the close relationship between NATO and the United States. Despite these concerns, von der Leyen has received support from some member states, who see her as a capable and experienced leader. If she were to be selected as the new NATO chief, she would be the first woman to hold the position.

Staff Reporter