Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will welcome the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to Australia from Monday, 23 March to Wednesday 25 March 2026.

The Prime Minister will meet with President von der Leyen in Canberra on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.

This will be President von der Leyen’s first visit to Australia as President of the European Commission, and the 7th meeting between the leaders.

President von der Leyen will be accompanied by EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič.

The relationship between Australia and the European Union is built on a shared commitment to democratic values and a likeminded approach to security and trade.

We cooperate on a broad range of international issues, including maintaining the multilateral rules-based trading system, security and defence, climate change, critical minerals and meaningful social media reform for the protection of young people.

Prime Minister Albanese and President von der Leyen will continue discussions on how Australia and the European Union can further strengthen the relationship.

Quotes attributable to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

“I look forward to welcoming President von der Leyen to Australia and continuing discussions to further expand our cooperation.

“Australia and Europe are friends and partners, working together to advance peace, security and economic prosperity.

“The visit to Australia by President von der Leyen is an important opportunity to continue that work.”