Von der Leyen"s disappointing address to European Parliament
- Ursula von der Leyen met with European Parliament leaders on Tuesday to discuss her next team.
- She provided a general overview but did not specify names or portfolio details for the commissioners.
- The lack of information has led to disappointment among Parliament members, raising concerns about the new Commission's effectiveness.
On Tuesday morning, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with senior members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. During this closed-door meeting, she provided a general overview of the structure of her upcoming College of Commissioners but refrained from disclosing specific names or details regarding the portfolios of the commissioners. This lack of detail left many, including Parliament President Roberta Metsola, expecting a more comprehensive briefing. The meeting was described as a 'provocative general presentation' by an anonymous EU official, highlighting the disappointment among attendees. Furthermore, the timing of the meeting was affected by Slovenia's delay in officially nominating its commissioner candidate, Marta Kos, which may have contributed to von der Leyen's discretion in sharing information. The anticipation surrounding the new Commission team remains high, but the absence of clarity has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the upcoming administration.