The European Parliament in Strasbourg has adopted a new European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen and 26 new commissioners.
With 461 votes in favor, 157 against and 89 abstentions, the new European Commission confirmed.
On the eve of the vote, newly elected Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented his cabinet and program to parliamentarians.
"We need to show our friends in the Western Balkans that we share the same continent, the same history, the same culture, and we will share the same fate. Our doors remain open, "John der Leyen said in his opening speech presenting the program of the European Commission's new convocation.