The surprise resignation of Thierry Breton came after he accused Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, of pressuring France to nominate another candidate instead of him for commissioner.
Tag: Appointments and Executive Changes
French Prime Minister Barnier Takes Out Differences With Macron
President Emmanuel Macron’s newly picked prime minister wasted no time in putting a pointed distance between himself and France’s weakened leader.
Macron Names Michel Barnier to Be French Prime Minister, Breaking Impasse
The president’s choice of Michel Barnier, after an extraordinary delay, inflamed opponents on the left who came out on top in an inconclusive election.
Ukraine Names Candidates for New Cabinet Amid Zelensky’s Push for Major Overhaul
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was acting to bring a “new energy” to state institutions at an important diplomatic juncture.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Offers to Resign as Zelensky Plans Major Shake-Up
President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to make the broadest changes to his government since Russia invaded more than two years ago.
Ukraine President Fires Head of Ukrenergo Power Company
The head of Ukrenergo was reportedly blamed for failing to fortify energy infrastructure, which has come under steady Russian bombardment, leading to blackouts.
A U.K. Succession Drama: Who Will Replace U.S. Ambassador Karen Pierce?
Diplomat Karen Pierce has built alliances with Trump officials and the Biden-Harris administration. But with her term set to end next year, the U.K. government has a dilemma over her replacement.
Who Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s New Prime Minister?
The political heir to an influential family is now leading Thailand with no governing experience in a tumultuous time.
Fumio Kishida, Japan’s Prime Minister, Will Step Down in September
The unpopular prime minister is bowing to pressure within his party. But it is unclear whether the party is truly ready to choose a candidate who will meet the public’s concerns.
Javad Zarif’s Resignation in Iran Signals Divisions as President’s Cabinet Takes Shape
Mohammad Javad Zarif’s resignation shocked Iran’s political circles and came as President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that his cabinet would include several conservatives and only one woman.