Pundit: Czechia aimed higher, but International Partnerships portfolio has great potential

Photo: Zuzana Jarolímková, iROZHLAS.cz

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday unveiled her team of commissioner candidates and their portfolios for the 2024-2029 cycle. The Czech nominee, Industry Minister Jozef Síkela, has been selected Commissioner-designate for International Partnerships.

The International Partnerships portfolio involves overseeing EU international cooperation, development policy, and the Global Gateway initiative, which aims to invest up to €300 billion in infrastructure in developing regions like Africa and India.

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Author: Daniela Lazarová