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EU's Von der Leyen has not received invite to Trump inauguration, spokesperson says

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Posted on January 10, 2025

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Ursula von der Leyen awaits Trump's inauguration invitation - Global Banking & Finance Review — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has not yet received an invitation to Donald Trump's inauguration, as reported by her spokesperson. This image highlights the ongoing diplomatic dynamics between the EU and the US.

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BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has not yet received an invitation to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20, a spokesperson said on Friday

EU's Von der Leyen Awaits Invitation to Trump's Inauguration

"If she receives an invitation, then we will see but there are no plans (to attend the inauguration) at the moment", spokesperson Paula Pinho told reporters during a daily briefing.

Trump has broken with precedent and invited several foreign leaders to the ceremony. Historically they have not attended due to security concerns and have sent diplomats instead.

Chinese President Xi Jinping, former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni among others have received invitations.

According to reports, Xi will not attend but will send a top-level envoy in his place.

(Reporting by Charlotte Van Campenhout; Editing by Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

Von der Leyen has not received an invitation to Trump's inauguration.
Trump has invited several foreign leaders to the ceremony.
Historically, foreign leaders do not attend due to security concerns.
Xi Jinping will send a top-level envoy instead of attending.
The event is scheduled for January 20.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is whether EU's Von der Leyen will attend Trump's inauguration, as she has not yet received an invitation.

Who else has been invited?

Invitations have been extended to leaders like Xi Jinping, Netanyahu, and Meloni.

Why don't foreign leaders usually attend?

Foreign leaders typically do not attend due to security concerns, opting to send diplomats instead.

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