As the hearings of the Commissioners-designate come to an end (pending remaining negotiations), we thought you may be interested in the info-materials our EUmatrix team has created, with the help of our proprietary AI analysts (tailored for this particular purpose). 

Here are the links to our databases: 

• Links to full transcripts of the Commissioners-designate hearings
• Links to written answers by the Commissioners-designate to MEPs' questions
• Links to Commissioners’ key files and background

Additionally, the hearings provided us with key insights into the current balance of power on the hottest policy debates. For example, in the charts below, you will find our analysis of the positions of MEPs and Commissioners-designate, based on their statements during the hearings. 

• Hearing of Šefčovič
• Hearing of Tzitzikostas
• Hearing of Jørgensen
• Hearing of Roswall

Most Commissioners took moderate stances, not taking many risks, in order to secure support from MEPs across different political groups. In contrast, MEPs' views on issues such as decarbonizing road transport, the green energy transition, and trade liberalization are more polarized, highlighting the challenges that lie ahead in building majorities in the new European Parliament.

We are also gaining insights into the initial influence of MEPs across various policy areas, influenced by factors such as seniority, leadership roles, and affiliations with governing parties.

Importantly, this is just a snapshot at the beginning of the political cycle. Our analytical tools continuously keep track and forecast the (re)positioning of influencers by integrating a wide range data sources including voting records, parliamentary debates, amendments, Council meetings, Commissioners’ speeches, engagements with socio-economic stakeholders, public opinion and media trends, etc. to provide you a comprehensive picture of all of the activity that leads to the shaping of EU policy.  

Contact us at [email protected] to learn more information about our research services.