Isabell Poppelbaum

Isabell Poppelbaum - EU Deputy Ambassador to the UK

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

HRVP Kaja Kallas met UK Foreign Secretary @Ed_Miliband in Manila ahead of the ASEAN Regional Forum.

Close EU-UK cooperation on foreign policy and defence is crucial for the rules-based global order today 🇪🇺🤝🇬🇧

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Great day at Farnborough International Airshow. Shows how far aerospace and defence industries can go when we work together! 🇪🇺🤝🇬🇧 Congratulations to @ADSgroupUK for bringing together industry, government and international partners.

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

A productive day at @FIAFarnborough, underscoring the importance of EU-UK cooperation for the resilience of our aerospace and defence sectors.

In a rapidly evolving global environment, our industrial competitiveness is increasingly interconnected.

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

Congratulations to @andyburnham on his confirmation as Prime Minister of the UK.

We look forward to working with the new Government to further strengthen the EU-UK partnership for the security of our shared continent and the prosperity of citizens on both sides of the Channel.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

A very good first discussion with @andyburnham.

We are both committed to bringing the EU and the UK closer and closer.

Together, we will work towards a successful Summit that delivers for our businesses, our young people and our shared security.

And we will continue our excellent cooperation in support of Ukraine.

Europe is stronger when the EU and the UK work side by side.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

A historic deal for Gibraltar — boosting shared prosperity and removing barriers for thousands crossing every day!

[Maroš Šefčovič🇪🇺 @MarosSefcovic]

⚡️Historic. Proud to sign our Agreement with the UK on Gibraltar.

Four years of negotiations, one outcome: shared prosperity and no more barrier for the 15,000 people crossing between Spain and Gibraltar daily.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Drug trafficking does not stop at borders. Signed today, this new Working Arrangement between the UK and @EUDrugsAgency is an important step in strengthening intelligence sharing, improving early threat detection, and supporting harm reduction across Europe.

[EU Home Affairs @EUHomeAffairs]

❗️UK Police and Border Force @ukhomeoffice intercepted drugs on a record 269,000 occasions in the past year.

Today the UK and @EUDrugsAgency signed a Working Arrangement to share intelligence on emerging drug threats and reduce harms across Europe.

More details ↓ #securityEU

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Important step forward! The UK joining this €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan will help widen Ukraine’s access to defence suppliers and strengthen support where it is needed most. 🇪🇺🇬🇧🇺🇦

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

🇪🇺 🇬🇧 Signed!

The agreement that paves the way for the UK to join our €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan.

This will give Ukraine access to a wider range of defence suppliers.

So they can get what they need on the battlefield.

Together, we are supporting Ukraine's brave resistance.

https://t.co/8pPcjmPgAk

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Innovation knows no borders.

Inspiring discussions with West of England business leaders on strengthening European partnerships and unlocking new opportunities through Horizon Europe for research, innovation and growth.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

A truly inspiring day in Bath.
Huge thanks to Mayor Helen Godwin for the warm welcome.
From world-leading sports & STEM innovation at @UniofBath to meeting brilliant students @BathCollege, we saw firsthand the excitement about Erasmus+ and stronger EU–UK cooperation 🇪🇺🇬🇧

[City of London @cityoflondon]

A tribute from the City, recognising a life in #diplomacy. The EU Ambassador to the UK @PedroSerranoEU has received the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of his #publicservice and contribution to #internationalrelations. He was also the first EU Ambassador to the UN in New York after the Lisbon Treaty. #CityOfLondon #EuropeanUnion

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

A wonderful and well-deserved honour for Ambassador @PedroSerranoEU! Congratulations on receiving the Freedom of the City of London.👏

[Pedro Serrano @PedroSerranoEU]

What an honour to receive the Freedom of the City of London this morning.

Huge thanks to the Lady Mayor, Dame Susan Langley, and the @CityOfLondon Corporation.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Great to see continued political momentum and constructive EU-UK engagement ahead of the next summit. 🇪🇺🇬🇧

[Maroš Šefčovič🇪🇺 @MarosSefcovic]

Glad to sit down with my friend and counterpart @NickTorfaen again - taking stock of the ongoing work under the existing EU-UK agreements and our renewed agenda ahead of the next summit. Always a pleasure to cooperate.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Great to see the 5th EU Citizens Gathering coming to Birmingham! 🇪🇺🏙️
With around 500,000 EU citizens calling the West Midlands home, it's a valuable opportunity to connect🤝, share experiences 💬, and strengthen support for our communities 💙

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

The 5th EU Citizens Gathering comes to Birmingham and the West Midlands which is home to 500,000 EU citizens. 

Organised with the University of Birmingham, the event will focus on EU citizens at work, bringing together organisations supporting EU communities across the UK.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Great to see the UK–EU partnership continuing to deepen. In a more complex security environment, closer cooperation is not just welcome—it's essential.

[Belén Martínez Carbonell @EEAS_SecGen]

Yesterday I met Interim FCDO Permanent Under-Secretary Nick Dyer to discuss deepening further UK–EU cooperation on foreign, security and defence policy, including implementation of the Security and Defence Partnership.

A stronger UK–EU partnership strengthens European security.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Top result for the UK in the latest @ERC_Research Advanced Grants! 👏
A major milestone just 2 years after association to @HorizonEU.
And congratulations to @UniofOxford for leading the way with 14 grants.
ℹ️https://t.co/yOlv4iCQqH

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

The UK is the biggest beneficiary in the latest round of @ERC_Research Advanced Grants – a prestigious scheme open to UK teams since UK association to @HorizonEU 2 years ago.

Congrats to @UniofOxford, the top performer with 14 grants.
@kateewatkins

ℹ️https://t.co/BzbdxthUgF

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Fantastic to see the UK join the European Migration Network as an Observer Country! A very positive step for closer EU–UK cooperation on migration and asylum.

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

The UK joins the European Migration Network as an Observer Country.

This step strengthens EU-UK cooperation on migration & asylum through expert information exchange and dialogue.

🔗 https://t.co/7e1SSnhHxm

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Happy International Day of Women in Diplomacy!

Honoured to mark this day alongside Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera, celebrating the women diplomats whose expertise, leadership, and dedication help shape stronger partnerships and a more effective European Union.

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

A special moment between Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera and women EU diplomats in London.

On the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we celebrate the role of women in international affairs.

Proud to be a gender-equal Delegation, with 50% women representation.

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Great to see @DanJoergensen championing Europe’s clean energy future at London Climate Action Week!

Electrification is more than a climate solution—it strengthens energy security, reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels, and boosts Europe’s competitiveness. ⚡🇪🇺

[Dan Jørgensen @DanJoergensen]

Dependence on imported fossil fuels leaves countries vulnerable to geopolitical shocks.
The long-term solution: accelerate clean electrification. To strengthen energy security, reduce exposure to volatile fuel markets & unlock major economic and environmental benefits. 🧵

[Isabell Poppelbaum @EUDepAmbUK]

Delighted to kick off London Climate Action Week and welcome 🇪🇺 EVP Teresa Ribera and Commissioner @DanJoergensen to London. Strong partnerships and bold action are essential to delivering the clean, resilient future we all need. 🌍🤝 #LCAW2026

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

Welcome to London Climate Action Week!

We are delighted to welcome 🇪🇺EVP Teresa Ribera and Commissioner @DanJoergensen to London for a week of dialogue & climate action.

With the UK & int’l partners, we are advancing the solutions needed for a cleaner & more resilient future.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Under your premiership @Keir_Starmer, we turned a new page in EU-UK relations.

The EU is committed to continued cooperation in this spirit.

It has been a pleasure to work with you, as a colleague and a friend.

Thank you, dear Keir.