Jean-Claude
Juncker came out as a strong leader, when he announced the Commisssion of the
EU that he wants to put together. The choice of the first Vice-President, Frans
Timmermans of the Netherlands, is a very courageous one. Juncker still
recognises the High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Federica Mogherini of
Italy, as a Vice-President, but places the former Dutch Foreign Minister as his
right hand. Furthermore, Mogherini has agreed to move out of the EEAS building
and joining Juncker at the Berlaymont building. The proximity brings greater
coherence, enhances team work and sends the signal that Juncker is the boss.
In
addition, the letter sent to each Commissioner by the incoming President states
clearly what he expects from each one of them. It also indicates the clusters
they belong to and who will be leading each one of those thematic areas. This
is modern way of going governance. It is also a message about coherence,
cohesiveness and lines of responsibility.
Now,
the next step is in the European Parliament. Juncker might face some opposition
from the Socialist group. They consider their candidates were not given enough
authority in the line-up presented today. It is true. But it is also true that
most of the strongest candidates were nominated by Conservative governments
that are in power throughout Europe.
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