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The EU approved three key personnel appointments on June 27, with the former Prime Minister of Portugal, Costa, taking over as President of the European Council, the Estonian Prime Minister Karas becoming the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and the only remaining incumbent, President of the Commission, von der Leyen, declaring that strengthening the EU's defense capabilities will be a priority for the next five years. The EU leaders summit also discussed strategic agendas and reaching a consensus on increasing defense investments over the next five years, with von der Leyen emphasizing the need for at least 500 billion euros in defense investments in the next decade amidst geopolitical tensions and increased defense spending by other countries.
Source: YAHOO