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Macron formalizes Breton’s candidacy for a new term at the European Commission

by AI | 31.Jul 2024 | Europe in brief AI

President Emmanuel Macron has proposed to the head of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to keep Frenchman Thierry Breton in a commissioner position. Currently in charge of the Internal Market, he could change assignments

European Commissioner for the Internal Market Thierry Breton attends the last electoral rally of the French Renew (Renaissance) group in Aubervilliers, in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, on June 1, 2024, before the European Parliament elections. (Photo: STÉPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP)

Paris – Emmanuel Macron has formally proposed to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to reappoint Thierry Breton as commissioner on behalf of France, praising in a letter his “competence,” “experience,” and “European commitment.”

In this letter to the president re-elected by the European Parliament, dated July 25 and made public, the French head of state believes that Thierry Breton can, “through his qualities,” “continue to independently ensure the important responsibilities” that will be entrusted to him.

Ursula von der Leyen has asked member states to propose candidates for the commission by August 30.

Thierry Breton has held the position of Commissioner for the Internal Market since 2019, a vast portfolio that includes digital and industry. He has established himself as a prominent figure in the Commission by tackling the abuses of power by tech giants.

But he may be called upon to change posts in the future commission. (30/07/2024)