Keynote speech by EP President Roberta Metsola at a discussion organised by Polityka Insight

“Good afternoon everyone.

It is a pleasure to be here in beautiful Warsaw at this pivotal time for Europe. With the new College of Commissioners just starting their work, and Poland preparing to take on the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, there is no better time, and no better place, to set our priorities for the months ahead.

But shaping our agenda isn’t just putting a plan on paper. It is about the people we listen to and the perspectives we include. So let me start by thanking you not just for welcoming me, but for the open and honest dialogue, I know we will have.

Dear friends,

We all followed the United States elections and their results in November. The American people elected President Trump and I don’t think we should be surprised that his administration will pursue its own interests.

Frankly, the European people also elect their own leaders and what I can…