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The Commission is composed of the college of Commissioners of 27 members, including the President and vice-presidents. The Commissioners, one from each EU country, provide the Commission's political leadership during their 5-year term. Each Commissioner is assigned responsibility for specific policy areas by the President.
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Weekly activities
Key items for discussion this week:
Weekly activities
- upgrading Europe's seaports – new initiative unveiled to help port owners adapt to increased shipping and other modern challenges
- micro and nanotechnology – strategy launched to attract investment and boost growth in Europe's micro and nanoelectronics industry
