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With 383 votes in favour, the European Parliament elected Ursula von der Leyen President of the next European Commission in a secret ballot on 16 July.
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Ursula von der Leyen presents her vision to MEPs
In a debate with MEPs, Ursula von der Leyen outlined her vision as Commission President. MEPs will vote on her nomination, held by secret paper ballot, at 18.00.
MEPs vote on the candidate for the president of the European Commission on Tuesday 16 July.
The Parliament plays a crucial role in the election of the next president of the European Commission. Check out our infographic about the procedure.
The election of the new president of the European Commission will be the highlight of the upcoming plenary session in Strasbourg on 15-18 July.
What is the new European Parliament like? Find out about the MEPs who will be working for you over the next five years.
MEPs elected the Parliament president as well as vice-presidents and quaestors in July 2019. Find out from our infographic who was chosen for Parliament's key posts.
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