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The European Commission (EC) is the primary executive arm of the European Union (EU). It operates as a cabinet government, with a number of members of the Commission corresponding to two thirds of the number of member states, unless the European Council, acting unanimously, decides to alter this number. The current number of Commissioners is 27, including the President. It includes an administrative body of about 32,000 European civil servants. The commission is divided into departments known as Directorates-General (DGs) that can be likened to departments or ministries each headed by a Director-General who is responsible to a Commissioner.

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EU Commission to propose simpler, more focused long-term budget: “Choices need to be made” “The status quo is not an option,” the European Commission said in a communication laying the groundwork for the upcoming proposal on the next long-term budget (2028-34). Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:35Published 1 week ago

European start-ups confident AI race not lost to the US and China EU Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen announced a €200bn package to push the nascent AI industry in the EU. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:51Published 1 week ago

EU will react against 'unlawful' US tariffs, says European Commission The European executive has announced that it would retaliate against US tariffs on aluminium and steel if they are confirmed, considering them unlawful and counterproductive. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:35Published 2 weeks ago

EU Commission calls for dialogue as European automotive industry faces mounting challenges EU car industry faces high energy costs, EV transition, job losses, and US tariff threats. European Commission seeks solutions to boost innovation amid fierce competition from cheaper Asian.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:29Published 3 weeks ago

EU Commission aims to simplify its way to future growth The European Commission has presented its new economic strategy for the coming years. Simplification features prominently in a package of proposals that is sorely lacking in novelty. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:12Published 3 weeks ago

Ursula von der Leyen attends EPP leaders summit in Berlin European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made her first appearance in Berlin following her recovery from severe pneumonia. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:09Published on January 17, 2025

Commission claims slashing of foreign offices still under negotiation The European Commission said that ‘reflections are ongoing’ over the downsizing of the international hubs under the department for international partnerships. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:24Published on January 17, 2025

Greenland lawmaker touts stronger EU role in island's critical raw materials Twenty-five of the 34 minerals found in Greenland were identified as "critical raw materials" in a European Commission study in 2023. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:52Published on January 16, 2025

Commission presents new plan to boost cybersecurity in healthcare sector The European Commission has presented a new action plan to enhance the cybersecurity of the healthcare sector amid a rise in ransomware attacks. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:06Published on January 15, 2025

How are EU gas reserves holding up against the halt of Russian supplies? Despite reassurance from the European Commission regarding gas supply security, EU stockpiles hold 16% of gas less as compared to the beginning of 2023. Only Portugal has a gas storage volume exceeding.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published on January 15, 2025

Wait and see: Brussels keeps mum over Trump's military threats against Greenland Donald Trump's threat to use military force to annex Greenland has been met with a timid response by the European Commission. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:40Published on January 8, 2025

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