Who guides the European Union? What is the European Commission and what does it do? This explainer video unpacks the role of the European Commission, the key engine that proposes, implements, and enforces EU policies. Based in Brussels, the Commission is central to shaping the European Union's future. In this video, you'll discover: - Which EU institution can propose EU laws and policies - How the President of the European Commission is chosen - The difference between the European Commission, Parliament, and Council - Why the Commission matters to over 450 million EU citizens From proposing new laws to enforcing them across 27 member states, the Commission drives the European Union forward, shaping everything from climate action to digital policy. 📌 Perfect for students, educators, or anyone who wants to understand how the EU works, in simple terms. 00:18 Who proposes EU laws 00:28 Who leads the Commission 00:40 How is the EC President chosen 01:33 Who ensures that EU laws are implemented Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/v... Follow us on: -X: https://twitter.com/EU_Commission -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/europeancom... -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanComm... -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/euro... -Medium: https://medium.com/@EuropeanCommission Check our website: http://ec.europa.eu/

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