Luc Frieden calls for unity transcending nationalities

Luc Frieden shared a message on Saturday on the occasion of National Day, calling Luxembourgers and non-Luxembourgers to "unity". This comes in an extremely tense geopolitical context.

"My dear compatriots, the challenges we face – security, climate change, poverty, competitiveness – are not just challenges for Luxembourgers alone. Or challenges for non-Luxembourgers alone," he stated.

The Prime Minister spoke of key moments in Luxembourg's history, such as industrialization, "the terrible war," and even the German occupation. These were "trials" through which "we remained united," he insisted. And this is what he wishes for the country he governs today.

To overcome the upcoming trials, he believes it will be necessary to provide "common responses." "Sometimes we may feel that the challenges are too great. But they are only too great when faced alone," he emphasized in his speech. "To build a future worth living, Luxembourg will remain an open country," he added.

A country that will consider the "aspirations" of both Luxembourgers and non-Luxembourgers, according to him. This aims to achieve a unity "that transcends nationalities." The politician took the opportunity to reaffirm his commitment to European values.

"A Europe that guarantees peace and prosperity," he noted before adding that Luxembourg will continue to rely on its "friends and partners" within the European Union and beyond. This is to ensure a "safe, united, free, and prosperous country for all."

"Around the world, human rights are being violated, and borders are being redrawn by force," he reminded, as war rages in Ukraine and Gaza. Another reason for Luxembourg to work towards "a better future."

"In Luxembourg, we still appreciate freedom at its true value. And we remember it all the more this year, 80 years after the arrival of the first allied soldiers in our country, who came to restore our freedom," he commented.

That's why he assures that the Grand Duchy will continue to be committed to preserving freedom "everywhere in the world."

"Long live the Grand Duke and the Grand Duchess (...) long live Luxembourg and long live Europe," he concluded as the whole country prepares to celebrate National Day.