Hearing of Commissioner-designate Dubravka Šuica
2024-11-05 17:07
The European Parliament’s Committee on Culture and Education held a hearing on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, with Dubravka Šuica, Commissioner-designate for Democracy and Demography.
Ms Šuica presented her vision for the portfolio and her priorities for the next five years. She highlighted the importance of democracy, rule of law, and fundamental rights, as well as the need to address demographic challenges, such as ageing populations and low birth rates.
She also outlined her plans to strengthen the European Union’s cultural and educational systems, with a focus on promoting creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Members of the Committee questioned Ms Šuica on a wide range of issues, including the future of the European Union’s youth policy, the protection of cultural heritage, and the promotion of media freedom.
Ms Šuica responded to the questions in a comprehensive and engaged manner, demonstrating her deep understanding of the policy area. She also showed a clear commitment to working with the European Parliament to achieve the common goals of the European Union.
The Committee will now prepare its recommendation on the appointment of Ms Šuica, which will be voted on by the full Parliament in the coming weeks.
About Dubravka Šuica
Dubravka Šuica is a Croatian politician who has served as a Member of the European Parliament since 2013. She is a member of the centre-right European People’s Party (EPP).
Prior to her election to the European Parliament, Ms Šuica was the Mayor of Dubrovnik from 2001 to 2009. She also served as a Member of the Croatian Parliament from 1995 to 2000.
Ms Šuica holds a degree in law from the University of Zagreb. She is married and has two children.
About the Commissioner-designate Hearing Process
The European Parliament’s Commissioner-designate Hearing Process is a public hearing held by each of the Parliament’s committees with the Commissioner-designate nominated for the relevant policy area.
The hearings are an opportunity for the Commissioner-designate to present their vision for the portfolio and their priorities for the next five years. They also provide an opportunity for Members of the Parliament to question the Commissioner-designate on their suitability for the role.
The Parliament’s committees then prepare recommendations on the appointment of the Commissioner-designate, which are voted on by the full Parliament.
Press release – Hearing of Commissioner-designate Dubravka Šuica
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