Hearings. Sylvie Goulard, in second session, will have to show humility
(B2) The lesson is hard for the Frenchwoman Sylvie Goulard, Commissioner-designate for the Internal Market, Industry and Defence. She
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Audition
Federica Mogherini's hearing. The victory of the Azurra squad
(BRUSSELS2) The hearing of the future Vice-President of the European Commission (and High Representative) for Foreign Affairs and Policy
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Five commissioners in balance (Maj)
(BRUSSELS2) In the European Parliament, everyone is sharpening their knives. And a big bargain is taking place this week between political groups... Because,
Read moreUsackas (SpeRep Afghanistan) auditioned in Parliament
(B2) Fruit of a gentleman's agreement between Cathy Ashton, the EU's chief diplomat, and parliamentarians, the new Representative
Read moreFive years ago ! Three failed commissioners
(B2) It was 5 years ago… The Italian commissioner Rocco Buttiglione approached for the post of Justice made
Read moreJeleva case: seeking an “honorable” end to the crisis
(BRUSSELS2) Rumiana Jeleva, the Bulgarian commissioner, approached to take charge of humanitarian aid and crisis response continues to be
Read moreCatherine Ashton's Foreign Policy Precepts
(BRUSSELS2) During her hearing, Catherine Ashton, the High Representative for Foreign Affairs, slightly clarified her future policy on
Read moreJeleva in front of the European Parliament. Bye bye Rumiana?
(BRUXELLES2) In the end, we have “pity for her”, this is the phrase that came up most often in the mouths of MEPs in
Read moreCatherine Ashton's answers to the Parliament's questionnaire
(BRUSSELS2) As usual, the European Parliament has asked each Commissioner to complete a written questionnaire, which will be distributed
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