Summary
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in prime position to secure a new term after the EU elections.
- She faces the challenge of winning over EU leaders and gaining enough support in the new parliament.
- Formal discussions with key leaders like German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to take place.
- Von der Leyen’s quest for re-election may depend on her ability to maintain alliances and secure a majority in the parliament.