Ursula von der Leyen and Mario Draghi delivered speeches highlighting Europe's need to adapt to a new world order characterized by weaponization and power politics. They emphasized the urgency for Europe to build its capacity to defend itself and respond to external pressures, as traditional norms of international relations are being undermined. The EU's internal divisions and reliance on consensus hinder its ability to act decisively in the face of economic coercion from major powers like the US and China. Calls for reform and centralization within the EU are growing to enhance its global influence and security.