Ad
Initially, the EPP had requested to split the EU Council presidency into two 2.5-year mandates but the idea was rejected by the socialists, according to several diplomats. (Photo: European Union )

Von der Leyen finale? EU leaders call for ‘quick’ decision on top jobs

EU leaders gathered in Brussels on Monday (17 June) for an informal dinner on Europe's top jobs which ended with no agreement.

The Ursula von der Leyen – António Costa – Kaja Kallas package that had been months in the making appeared to be already sealed before the informal dinner, prompting Denmark, Ireland and Germany to call for a “quick decision”...

To read this story, log in or subscribe

Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.

Already a member? Login

Author Bio

Elena is EUobserver's editor-in-chief. She is from Spain and has studied journalism and new media in Spanish and Belgian universities. Previously she worked on European affairs at VoteWatch Europe and the Spanish news agency EFE.

Initially, the EPP had requested to split the EU Council presidency into two 2.5-year mandates but the idea was rejected by the socialists, according to several diplomats. (Photo: European Union )

Tags

Author Bio

Elena is EUobserver's editor-in-chief. She is from Spain and has studied journalism and new media in Spanish and Belgian universities. Previously she worked on European affairs at VoteWatch Europe and the Spanish news agency EFE.

Ad

Related articles

Ad
Ad