<p>Dubravka Suica, born on 20 May 1957 in Dubrovnik, is a Croatian politician who has been a member of the European Parliament since 2013.</p>

<p>After the hearing by the Committee on Constitutional Affairs (AFCO) of the European Parliament, the committee prepares an evaluation letter on the candidate. Parliament is expected to vote on the new Commission as a whole on 23 October.</p>

Hearing of Dubravka ŠUICA, Vice-President-designate, Democracy and Demograp

Dubravka Šuica was Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Democracy and Demography in the von der Leyen Commission I and Member of the European Parliament from 2013 to 2019. She is now European Commissioner-designate for the Mediterranean, for the von der Leyen Commission II.

Confirmation hearing of Dubravka ŠUICA, Commissioner-designate, Mediterranean

LAIMDOTA STRAUJUMA - Prime Minister of Latvia, Elisabeth MORIN-CHARTIER, Dubravka SUICA

Women in Leadership : lesson from Latvia

Plenary session in Strasbourg - Week 3 2015 -

Plenary session week 51 2014 in Strasbourg - Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)

AFET committee meeting with Foreign Affairs Ministers of the Balkan Countries.

Plenary session week 48 2014 in Strasbourg - Child malnutrition in developing countries

Plenary session in Strasbourg - Week 48 2014

Plenary session in Strasbourg - week 48 2014

Plenary session week 48 2014

Plenary session week 48

Plenary session week 43 2014 in strasbourg - Presentation by the Commission President-elect of the College of Commissioners and their programme

Dubravka SUICA during the vote in plenary chamber in Strasbourg

EP Plenary session - Recent peace agreement in the Middle East and the role of the EU

EP Plenary session - The EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two-state solution

EP Plenary session - Arbitrary sentencing of Franco-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal and journalist Christophe Gleizes

Europe's Demographic Crossroads - Exchange of views with Commissioner Dubraska SUICA

EP Plenary session - Deteriorating situation in Gaza following the non-extension of the ceasefire

AFET - Exchange of views with Dubravka Šuica, Commissioner for the Mediterranean

EP Plenary session - Escalation of violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo

EP Plenary session - Wider comprehensive EU-Middle East Strategy

EP Plenary session - Addressing EU demographic challenges: towards the implementation of the 2023 Demography Toolbox

EP Plenary session - Crackdown on peaceful pro-European demonstrators in Georgia

New College of Commissioners family photo.

AFET - Confirmation hearing of Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner-designate for Mediterranean

AFCO hearing on the CoFE follow-up

EP Plenary session - Creation of a European initiative for an annual designation of European capitals for childrenEP Plenary session - Creation of a European initiative for an annual designation of European capitals for children

EP Plenary session - Statement by the Vice-President of the Commission/High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy - Destruction of judicial independence and the persecution of democrats in Hong Kong

EMPL - Exchange of views with Dubravka Šuica (Vice-President of the European Commission for Democracy and Demography)

Roberta METSOLA, EP President meets with Dubravka ŠUICA, Vice-President of the European Commission

EMPL Interparliamentary Committee Meeting ' Children at the heart of Europe: Two years of the European Child Guarantee '

This news item presents extracts from the European Parliament debate on the recent Middle East peace agreement and the role of the EU. MEPs and the European Commission discussed how the EU can help ensure the implementation of the peace deal and strengthen prospects for lasting stability in the region. Speakers underlined the Union’s steadfast support for the two-state solution and readiness to contribute to new governance arrangements, including through technical assistance, participation in the Peace Oversight Board and support for reform of the Palestinian Authority. Several interventions called for a coordinated EU strategy to deliver humanitarian aid, uphold international law and back regional partners committed to maintaining the ceasefire. The debate showed broad agreement on the need for sustained international engagement and a strong EU role in supporting peace, recovery and governance in the Middle East.

Recent peace agreement in the Middle East: extracts from the debate

Opening statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean of the debate on the recent peace agreement in the Middle East and the role of the EU. Welcoming the peace deal for the Middle East, Parliament President Roberta Metsola said the EU stands ready to help ensure its implementation. On 11 September 2025, MEPs adopted a resolution, stating that the creation of a Palestinian state is key to peace, Israel’s security, and regional normalisation. Since the announcement of the peace agreement and the coming into effect of the ceasefire the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages have been released in exchange for 2,000 Palestinians held by Israel. Key aspects of the peace plan, such as the disarmament of Hamas, withdrawal of Israel’s army, and the future governance of Gaza are yet to be resolved.

Recent peace agreement in the Middle East and the role of the EU: Opening statement by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and Marie BJERRE, Danish Minister for European Affairs close the debate on the EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two-state solution. following US President Donald Trump announcement of his roadmap for peace in Gaza. It includes a plan for the release of the hostages and the demilitarisation of Hamas. EU leaders, including the European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, have welcomed the proposal. Last month, Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation on Gaza, sounding the alarm over the catastrophic humanitarian crisis there and stressing that Israel’s right to defend itself cannot justify indiscriminate military action. MEPs also said member states should consider recognising the State of Palestine, This transcription if the result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery

The EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two-state solution: closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and Marie BJERRE, Danish Minister for European Affairs

Marie BJERRE, Danish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean open the debate on the EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two-state solution. following US President Donald Trump announcement of his roadmap for peace in Gaza. It includes a plan for the release of the hostages and the demilitarisation of Hamas. EU leaders, including the European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, have welcomed the proposal. Last month, Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation on Gaza, sounding the alarm over the catastrophic humanitarian crisis there and stressing that Israel’s right to defend itself cannot justify indiscriminate military action. MEPs also said member states should consider recognising the State of Palestine, This transcription if the result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery

The EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two-state solution: opening statements by Marie BJERRE, Danish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

This news items shows extracts from MEPs debate with the Council and Commission on how the EU should join in peace efforts and support the two-state solution. US President Donald Trump announced his roadmap for peace in Gaza including a plan for the release of the hostages and the demilitarisation of Hamas. EU leaders and the European Parliament President Roberta Metsola have welcomed the proposal. Last month, Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation on Gaza, sounding the alarm over the catastrophic humanitarian crisis there and stressing that Israel’s right to defend itself cannot justify indiscriminate military action. MEPs also said member states should consider recognising the State of Palestine, with a view to carrying through the two-state solution.

The EU’s role in supporting the recent peace efforts for Gaza and a two state solution: extracts from the debate

European People's Party (EPP) leaders meet ahead of the European Council meeting (26/06) at the Sofitel, Brussels Hotel.

EPP leaders meet ahead of the European Council meeting (26/06): arrivals and doorsteps

Renew Europe leaders meet ahead of the European Council meeting (26/06) at Tour & Taxis, Brussels.

Renew leaders meet ahead of the European Council meeting (26/06): arrivals and doorsteps

Roberta METSOLA, President of the European Parliament, participates in the inauguration of the Europa Experience in Zagreb in the presence of Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean and Gordan GRLIĆ RADMAN, Croatian Minister for Foreign and European Affairs. Europa Experiences are multimedia spaces around Europe with interactive tools that offer you direct and fascinating insight into how we work together at the European level to tackle today’s most important challenges. This news item shows extracts of President Metsola inaugurating the Europa Experience, addressing the audience and talking with students.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to Zagreb (Croatia) with Dubravka ŠUICA, EC for the Mediterranean and Gordan GRLIĆ RADMAN, Croatian Minister for Foreign and European Affairs: extracts from the Inauguration of the Europa Experience

Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, open the plenary debate on the deterioration of the situation in Gaza, following the non-extension of the ceasefire. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Deteriorating situation in Gaza following the non-extension of the ceasefire: opening statements by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, close the plenary debate on the deterioration of the situation in Gaza, following the non-extension of the ceasefire.

Deteriorating situation in Gaza following the non-extension of the ceasefire: Closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean and Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs

Parliament discuss how the EU can contribute to a just transition and reconstruction in Syria, followed by a vote on a resolution. As part of the efforts to assist Syria's path to recovery and this inclusive political transition, the EU suspended a number of restrictive measures against the former regime in February 2025. Closing statements by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean.

The need for EU support towards a just transition and reconstruction in Syria: closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs

Parliament discuss how the EU can contribute to a just transition and reconstruction in Syria, followed by a vote on a resolution. As part of the efforts to assist Syria's path to recovery and this inclusive political transition, the EU suspended a number of restrictive measures against the former regime in February 2025. Opening statements by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

The need for EU support towards a just transition and reconstruction in Syria: opening statements by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs, and Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

In summer 2024, while presenting her political programme to Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen said that active EU engagement with the Middle East would be one of her priorities if re-elected as Commission President. In President von der Leyen’s mission letter to Kaja Kallas, published in autumn 2024, she tasked the new EU foreign policy chief with presenting a comprehensive EU Middle East strategy, “with a view to the day after the war in Gaza”. The focus of the strategy should, she said, be the promotion “of all the steps needed for the two-state solution and strengthening partnerships with key regional stakeholders”. Closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean and by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs

Wider comprehensive EU-Middle East Strategy: Closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean and by Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs

In summer 2024, while presenting her political programme to Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen said that active EU engagement with the Middle East would be one of her priorities if re-elected as Commission President. In President von der Leyen’s mission letter to Kaja Kallas, published in autumn 2024, she tasked the new EU foreign policy chief with presenting a comprehensive EU Middle East strategy, “with a view to the day after the war in Gaza”. The focus of the strategy should, she said, be the promotion “of all the steps needed for the two-state solution and strengthening partnerships with key regional stakeholders”. Opening statements Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs and by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Wider comprehensive EU-Middle East Strategy: Opening statements Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs and by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

MEPs discuss the programme of Poland’s six-month Council Presidency, which started on 1 January, with Prime Minister Donald Tusk. The Polish government has stated that its second EU Presidency comes “at a time of uncertainty and concern” with regard to the consequences of Russia’s three-year-long war against Ukraine, rising geopolitical tensions, migration pressure and declining European competitiveness. The presidency’s slogan "Security, Europe!" expresses Poland’s objective to strengthen European security in all dimensions: external, internal, information, economic, energy, food and health. Closing statement by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and Donald TUSK, Polish Prime Minister.

Presentation of the programme of activities of the Polish Presidency: Closing statement by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and Donald TUSK, Polish Prime Minister

MEPs discuss the programme of Poland’s six-month Council Presidency, which started on 1 January, with Prime Minister Donald Tusk. The Polish government has stated that its second EU Presidency comes “at a time of uncertainty and concern” with regard to the consequences of Russia’s three-year-long war against Ukraine, rising geopolitical tensions, migration pressure and declining European competitiveness. The presidency’s slogan "Security, Europe!" expresses Poland’s objective to strengthen European security in all dimensions: external, internal, information, economic, energy, food and health. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Presentation of the programme of activities of the Polish Presidency: opening statement by Donald TUSK, Polish Prime Minister and by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

This news item focuses on the plenary debate around the programme of Poland's Council Presidency, which began on 1st January. This debate follows up on the presentation of the priorities delivered by the Polish Prime Minister, Donald TUSK. The Polish government has stated that its second EU Presidency comes “at a time of uncertainty and concern” with regard to the consequences of Russia’s three-year-long war against Ukraine, rising geopolitical tensions, migration pressure and declining European competitiveness. Poland’s objective is to strengthen European security in all dimensions, including protection of both external and internal borders, economy, energy, food and health. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Presentation of the programme of activities of the Polish Presidency with Donald TUSK, Polish Prime Minister: arrival, meeting with Roberta METSOLA, EP President and extracts from the debate

MEPs review the outcome of the 19 December European Council meeting with Presidents António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen. The latest developments in Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East are among the expected topics of discussion. Closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and António COSTA, President of the European Council.

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 19 December 2024: Closing statements by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, and António COSTA, President of the European Council

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