
Laureates 2025
Dr. Ursula von der Leyen
She is the personality who is entrusted with strategic tasks for the European Union and who carries them out.
The European Union faces historic challenges: geopolitical threats, economic change, climate protection and digital transformation. As President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen has played a key role in keeping Europe united, resilient and capable of action.
Whether in the pandemic, in dealing with Russia's war of aggression or in strengthening the European economy, she has represented Europe's interests with determination and strategic vision and set a decisive course for the future.
Ursula von der Leyen will be awarded the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen 2025 for her outstanding commitment to European unity, security and competitiveness.
Photos: © Europäische Union, 2023, Aurore Martignoni