FDC European Parliament 11.2024 - VON DER LEYEN II COMMISSION 2024-2029 ELECTION (PE812)

Election of the 2024 - 2029 Commission. On Wednesday, following a debate with President-elect Ursula von der Leyen on her team and programme, MEPs will vote on approving the new College of Commissioners. Between 4 and 12 November, Parliament’s committees assessed the suitability of Commissioners-designate, as well as their ability to carry out the duties linked to their respective portfolios.

EU Budget 2025. Plenary will debate on Tuesday, and is set to approve on Wednesday, a deal with member states on the EU’s 2025 budget. MEPs secured better funding and focus on key EU programmes and policies aimed at improving people's lives, boosting competitiveness, and addressing challenges like climate, health, migration or defence. Following the vote, EP President Metsola will sign the budget into law.

Russia/North Korea. MEPs are set to reaffirm their strong support for Ukraine and sound the alarm over military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, in a key debate on Tuesday and a vote on a resolution on Thursday.

Middle East. On Tuesday, MEPs and the Commission will discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, the essential role of UNRWA, and the need to release all hostages.