EU Ambassadors Conference 2025 - Leaders quotes

On 3 and 4 February, the EU’s diplomatic service met to discuss international relations, geopolitical challenges and key issues shaping the EU’s future. Ambassadors from 145 Delegations, EU Special Representatives, EU Special Envoys, EU Operations Commanders, Civil Heads of CSDP missions, gathered in Brussels for the annual EU Ambassadors' Conference.

In a world of competition and fragmentation, more than ever, we need joint action. The EU stands out as a stable, reliable and credible partner who provides predictable and clear commitments to the rules-based order.

Leaders and officials invited to speak at the conference included the President of the European Council Antonio Costa, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, the High-Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, among other.

The conference program and public speeches are available at the following page:

https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/eu-ambassadors-conference-2025_en