Gabriele Visentin

EU Ambassador to Australia. Former EU Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific.

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

A great day for 🇪🇺🇦🇺 research cooperation and the broader bilateral relationship!
Many thanks to the negotiators who took it over the line; the EU firmly believes that openness and international collaboration in science hold the key to a better world. #HorizonEurope
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[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Australia will associate to #HorizonEurope from 2027. Today, 70 days after @vonderleyen’s visit, 🇪🇺 & 🇦🇺initialled the treaty which will connect European & Australian innovators and researchers in the world’s largest R&I funding program. 🔗https://t.co/9cB8AJsdWs

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

40 years since the EU flag was raised in front of our headquarters in Brussels for the very first time.

Twelve stars.
A single market.

Four decades of standing together for unity, solidarity, and diversity.

The symbol that fosters Europeans’ sense of community. 🇪🇺

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

Many thanks dear Jennifer for introducing and moderating our discussion in such an impeccable, well-informed and enjoyable manner!
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[Jennifer Parker @JAParker29]

The 🇦🇺🇪🇺 relationship has taken some significant steps forward in 2026, with the conclusion of the 🇦🇺🇪🇺 Free Trade Agreement & the signing of a Security & Defence Partnership.

At #IODS26 I was pleased to moderate a discussion with EU Ambassador @GVisentinEU & MEP Željana Zovko on what this means for cooperation on trade, security, resilience & a more contested strategic environment.

Thanks to both for an insightful discussion.

@EUinAus @DefenceUwa @LowyInstitute @NSC_ANU

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Great session on trusted partnerships with @GVisentinEU and EP rapporteur for 🇦🇺 @ZovkoEU at the Indian Ocean Defence & Security Conference & Exhibition #IODS2026, highlighting advancing 🇪🇺-🇦🇺 relations following @vonderleyen’s visit. Special thanks to moderator @JAParker29.

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

Many thanks to all who came, making a beautiful full house!
Honoured and thankful to @CBR_Symphony for teaming up with @EUinAus for the third consecutive year in celebrating the only universal language connecting us all : music.

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Celebrating our connections and shared humanity through music. ✨🎶 For the third consecutive year, @EUinAus sponsored an 🇪🇺 concert, Sea and Stars, featuring Debussy's La Mer, performed by @CBR_Symphony. @GVisentinEU #CulturalDiplomacy #EUinAUS

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Russia’s public threats against our Baltic States are completely unacceptable.

Let there be no doubt.

A threat against one Member State is a threat against our entire Union.

Russia and Belarus bear direct responsibility for drones endangering the lives and security of people on our Eastern flank.

Europe will respond with unity and strength.

We will continue reinforcing the security of our Eastern flank with strong collective defence and preparedness at every level.

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Diversity is the bedrock of democracy.

Today, EU and Member State Heads of Mission were joined by @BvonSeherrThoss in support of #IDAHOT and the right of all to live safely, openly, & authentically.

The 🇪🇺 stands with LGBTIQ+ communities everywhere. 🏳️‍🌈

@GVisentinEU

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

@SenRaffCiccone @AlboMP @Senator_Farrell @EUinAus @eu_eeas @kajakallas @EU_Commission Many thanks for coming, dear Senator. And many thanks for your work in advancing the 🇦🇺-🇪🇺 ties!

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Every human being is unique in their identity. Respect for diversity and individual freedom are fundamental values at the heart of the European Union.
#IDAHOBIT
#AtTheHeartOfDemocracy

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

Great to exchange with such smart, well informed and stimulating interlocutors !
Many thanks for coming and best wishes for your future!

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

#EuropeDay at @ourANU! Students had the opportunity learn about the growing 🇪🇺-🇦🇺 partnership in an exclusive engagement with @GVisentinEU and to meet colleagues from the Delegation on campus. #EUinAUS

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

The @EU_Commission is PROUD🌈

Pride week is a celebration of love, identity, courage and community.

And every day of the year, we work hard to make Europe a space where everyone can live freely, openly, authentically.

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

Proud of having the whole “Team Europe” with me and grateful to @Senator_Farrell @ayrestim and @TedOBrienMP for reaffirming the strength of the 🇪🇺🇦🇺 partnership — standing side by side “as partners, allies and friends” and building on the momentum of @vonderleyen historic visit!

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Yesterday's Europe Day reception brought together EU Member States & 350+ parliamentarians, diplomats & partners. Building on @EU_Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's visit, Ministers @Senator_Farrell, @ayrestim & Amb @GVisentinEU reaffirmed 🇪🇺🇦🇺 shared values. #EUinAUS

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

Happy Europe Day !
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[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

🇪🇺 Europe Day 🇪🇺

🎥 A message from @GVisentinEU

Today, on 9 May, we celebrate EU values and our strong partnership with 🇦🇺 marked by the EC President Ursula von der Leyen’s visit earlier this year.

#EuropeDay #EUinAUS #EUDiplomacy

[Gabriele Visentin @GVisentinEU]

#EuropeDay is coming up!

Celebrating the 9th of May not only honours our past but also reaffirms our commitment to the future— when global partnerships deliver for people everywhere, based on fairness and mutual respect.

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

Today we celebrate the people who power our economies and societies — and the progress made on workers' rights across the EU:

🔹 Safe & healthy workplaces
🔹 Equal treatment
🔹 Adequate minimum wage
🔹 Work–life balance

As work changes, these rights only get stronger.

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Every year on ANZAC Day, we stand with Australia in honouring all those who served in times of peace and war.

We reflect on our shared history with Australia, and the courage and sacrifice it represents.

Lest we forget.

@GVisentinEU #ANZACDay #LestWeForget #EUinAUS

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

Happy International Mother Earth Day! 🌍

From the way we move, to our use of energy, every action counts.

Together with EU Member States in 🇦🇺, we’re working every day to protect our planet for future generations.

@GVisentinEU #InternationalMotherEarthDay #EUinAUS

[EU in Australia @EUinAus]

The 2026 Qantas Journalist Awards are open! 

🇦🇺-based journalists have the chance to win a working visit to Europe and 3 Member States with travel & expenses covered by @Qantas.

Apply by 15 May: https://t.co/KX46RzjpF2

@PressClubAust @GVisentinEU #QJA2026 #EUinAUS

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

75 years ago, the Treaty of Paris was signed, establishing the European Coal and Steel Community.

🇧🇪🇫🇷🇮🇹🇩🇪🇳🇱🇱🇺 joined forces and chose cooperation over conflict.

Born from the desire for peace after WWII, this treaty laid the foundation for the Union we know today. 🇪🇺

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Restoring full and permanent freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is an urgent, shared priority.

At the VTC convened by @EmmanuelMacron and @Keir_Starmer, I stressed the EU’s role:

• Share satellite data via @EMSA_EU

• Reinforce Operation Aspides

• Work closely with Middle East and Gulf partners to strengthen our partnerships.

Including on connectivity, which can take the stress out of the Strait.