The president of the European Council is the person presiding over and driving forward the work of the European Council on the world stage. This institution comprises the college of heads of state or government of EU member states as well as the president of the European Commission, and provides political direction to the European Union (EU).
President of the European Council Herman Van Rompuy during a visit to the Paranal Observatory.
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The president of the European Parliament presides over the debates and activities of the European Parliament. They also represent the Parliament within the European Union (EU) and internationally. The president's signature is required for laws initiated under co-decision and the EU budget.
Image: Roberta Metsola elected new President of the European Parliament (51828380418) (cropped)
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