BRUSSELS – The European Commission has established a new department focused on the Mediterranean, aiming to enhance its geopolitical presence in the region and tackle migration challenges. This was highlighted by the newly appointed Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Šuica, during an interview with Hina.
Spearheading this initiative, Šuica previously served as the Commissioner for Democracy and Demography in Ursula von der Leyen’s Commission. In her current role, she oversees this newly formed “European ministry.”
At the onset of the European Commission’s new mandate, Šuica provided written responses to Hina regarding her responsibilities, her initial plans, and the rationale behind the creation of this department.
“The Mediterranean holds significant importance for both Croatia and the European Union due to its role as a strategic trade route linking Europe with North Africa and the Middle East. It is vital for regional stability, particularly concerning migration, and has implications for the energy, economic, and political stability of both the EU and the global landscape,” explained Šuica. She expressed her pride as a Croatian commissioner to lead such a crucial department.
To emphasize the Mediterranean’s significance, Šuica pointed out an intriguing fact that may not be widely known: Algeria is the EU’s second largest supplier of natural gas. (December 3, 2024)
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