Von der Leyen presents new EC on September 17 in Strasbourg

On September 17, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, will unveil the structure and portfolios of the new European Commission in Strasbourg. This presentation follows a request from the European Commission and is set to take place at 9:00 AM. The announcement comes after reports indicated a potential postponement of the presentation, which had raised concerns among political leaders in the European Parliament (EP). Delphine Colard, a deputy spokesperson for the EP, confirmed the schedule and emphasized the readiness of the EP to commence the hearing process for the candidates nominated for commissioner positions. The upcoming meeting of the EP Conference of Presidents will finalize the agenda for the plenary session scheduled from September 16 to 19. The political landscape is dynamic, with Slovenia recently confirming Marta Kos as its candidate for European Commissioner, following the withdrawal of Tomáš Vassel. However, this change is pending approval from the Slovenian parliament, highlighting the complexities involved in the nomination process. All 26 candidates for commissioner roles must receive approval from the European Parliament, with the new European Commission expected to commence its duties on December 1. This timeline underscores the urgency and importance of the upcoming presentation and the subsequent hearings, as the new Commission will play a crucial role in shaping EU policies and governance.