Prominent Opinions

"Diversity and prosperity are the basis of a united, strong and livable Europe in which all people live in peace and satisfaction. Europe needs strong regions, strong cultures and strong economies. There lies the power of a strong Europe."

— Uwe Reuter,
Chairman VHV Holding AG
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"If Europe does not establish a proper raison d’etre soon, I fear bad and short term politics will drive out the real opportunity to make the case for a strong and integrated Europe as a vital part of a peaceful and prosperous 21st Century world."

— Tony Blair,
former British Prime Minister
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"United Europe is an organisation that can help bridge the gap of understanding between countries. It can also strengthen the Franco-German link that is so important for Europe. Together, we can build an ambitious European future."

— Jean-François Cirelli,
President Blackrock
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"Europe has patiently succeeded at achieving peace and unprecedented prosperity. We have built a unique area of tolerance, free trade and diversity. Yet it’s construction remains fragile and in need for our constant care, attention and love."

— Guillaume Alvarez,
Senior Vice President EMEA, Steelcase

Speaking at a Difficult Time: Sechin in Berlin

Igor Sechin, Präsident des größten Energiekonzerns der Welt
Igor Sechin, President of Rosneft, the world’s biggest energy company

Despite the Ukraine crisis, the President of the Russian energy company Rosneft, Igor Sechin, called for closer economic ties between Russia and Germany. At an event organised by United Europe and the German Energy Agency dena on June 20 in Berlin, Sechin also warned about the consequences that economic sanctions against Russia would have. Horst Teltschik, a former deputy head of the German chancellery, called on Russia to help restore peace in Ukraine and stop the smuggling of weapons across the border between Russia and the Ukraine.

For details, please see the report on our website in German.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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