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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 countries' withdrawal from anti-landmine convention sparks controversy EU countries' withdrawal from anti-landmine convention sparks controversy Five Baltic states want to leave a convention that prohibits use and production of mines, a move accepted by the European.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:48Published 4 days ago

Social media video showing alleged rape of 16-year-old girl sparks backlash in Portugal Social media video showing alleged rape of 16-year-old girl sparks backlash in Portugal Citing the case, one Portuguese MEP has urged the European Commission to take action to prevent the online.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:15Published 5 days ago

European Commission slammed for 'opaque' funding of NGOs European Commission slammed for 'opaque' funding of NGOs The EU’s audit office has demanded greater transparency over EU funding contracts for non-profit civil society organisations, despite.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 5 days ago

EU member states agree first wave of retaliatory tariffs EU member states agree first wave of retaliatory tariffs After several weeks of consultations between member states, EU Commission and industries, the EU adopted retaliatory measures on Wednesday.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:18Published 5 days ago

Green steel as a lifeline? EU Commission protects European metal industry from unfair competitors Europe's steelworkers are furious. They are afraid for their jobs. Is there still a future for Europe's heavy industry? Yes, says the European Commission - and presents a rescue plan. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published 6 days ago

Brussels bets on alcohol-free wine as drinking habits across EU change Brussels bets on alcohol-free wine as drinking habits across EU change The European Commission recently presented measures to strengthen the competitiveness of the wine sector and that includes the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:34Published 6 days ago

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Will citizens channel their savings to boost EU businesses? The European Commission's proposal for a Savings and Investment Union wants citizens to also help EU companies grow. This episode discusses what it would take to make investing savings in financial.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:01Published 1 week ago

Did pharma sector dodge Trump’s tariffs? The EU's not so sure Did pharma sector dodge Trump’s tariffs? The EU's not so sure The fear of a trade war over pharmaceuticals between the EU and the US has been avoided for now, but the European Commission remains.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:08Published 2 weeks ago

'Major economic blow': EU and world leaders react to Trump's tariffs 'Major economic blow': EU and world leaders react to Trump's tariffs US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a new 20% tariff on the European Union drew a sharp rebuke from European Commission.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 2 weeks ago

Trump's Trade War Hits European Allies: Chief Ursula SLAMS Tariffs - ‘MAJOR BLOW to Global Economy' The U.S.-EU trade war just took a dramatic turn! President Donald Trump has slapped a 20% tariff on all European Union imports, triggering outrage across Europe. European Commission President Ursula.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 19:58Published 2 weeks ago

The EU Commission's survival kits - fearmongering or necessary preparedness? The EU Commission's survival kits - fearmongering or necessary preparedness? The far right accuses the European Commission of sowing fear, after its presentation of the resilience kit which aims to.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:20Published 2 weeks ago

EU to enforce social media laws despite US pressure, Henna Virkkunen says EU to enforce social media laws despite US pressure, Henna Virkkunen says Legislation will ensure a fair, democratic and safe digital environment, European Commission Vice President for technology.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:37Published 2 weeks ago

World War III Soon? Szijjarto Mocks Brussels' ‘War Prep’ As EU Urges Citizens To Stockpile Food World War III Soon? Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has sounded the alarm, accusing Brussels of secretly preparing for war while hiding behind a "failed pro-war policy." His remarks come.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:30Published 2 weeks ago

EU Commission preparing 'well calibrated' retaliation to US tariffs EU Commission preparing 'well calibrated' retaliation to US tariffs As the US rolls out new tariffs, the European Commission is preparing its response. The latest measures will factor in the car.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:10Published 3 weeks ago

Putin's Fury in Europe\| Poland Tells Citizens to Stockpile Food, Water, and Medicine\| Big War Soon? Poland has urged its citizens to prepare for a potential war or crisis by stockpiling at least three days’ worth of essential supplies, including food, water, medicine, and power banks. This warning.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:27Published 3 weeks ago

Russia is the 'first to be interested' in having Europe in peace talks - Barroso Russia is the 'first to be interested' in having Europe in peace talks - Barroso The former president of the European Commission tells Euronews the EU's wide-ranging sanctions on Moscow inevitably.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published on March 21, 2025

EU plans to reduce steel imports by 15% EU plans to reduce steel imports by 15% The European Commission presented on Wednesday an action plan for the steel and metals industries. In a sector marked by strong international competition, the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:30Published on March 19, 2025

Russian fertilisers: a delicate balance for the EU between strategic autonomy and food security Russian fertilisers: a delicate balance for the EU between strategic autonomy and food security The European Commission's proposal to impose additional customs duties on Russian fertiliser imports.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:28Published on March 19, 2025

Will fewer corporate reporting obligations jeopardise the EU Green Deal? Cutting down on red tape to help boost companies’ competitiveness is the aim of a European Commission proposal to simplify corporate reporting obligations. But critics of the so-called Omnibus.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published on March 18, 2025

EU Commission aims to tackle the EU's skilled labour shortage EU Commission aims to tackle the EU's skilled labour shortage The European Commission has identified 42 occupations shortages, particularly in construction, transport and health sectors. READ.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:14Published on March 14, 2025

How would Trump's tariffs affect ordinary European citizens? How would Trump's tariffs affect ordinary European citizens? A transatlantic trade war could be on the way. The European Commission has responded with similar measures, targeting various US.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:35Published on March 14, 2025

What will be the impact of a US-EU trade war on the life of EU citizens? What will be the impact of a US-EU trade war on the life of EU citizens? A transatlantic trade war could be on the way. The European Commission has responded with similar measures, targeting.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:35Published on March 13, 2025

EU strikes back against US steel and aluminium tariffs with retaliatory package EU strikes back against US steel and aluminium tariffs with retaliatory package European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced a response to new US tariffs on steel and aluminium.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:25Published on March 12, 2025

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European Commission

Executive branch of the European Union

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