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EU climate chief Frans Timmermans quits to run in Dutch election

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FILE - European Commissioner for European Green Deal Frans Timmermans speaks during a media conference on threats of climate change and environmental degradation on peace, security, and defense at EU headquarters in Brussels, Wednesday, June 28, 2023. European Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans is the only candidate to lead a merged campaign between two left-leaning parties in the Dutch general election in November, the parties announced Friday, Aug. 11, 2023. (AP Photo/Virginia Mayo, File)

Overview

  • Frans Timmermans resigned as EU climate chief to run in Dutch national elections.
  • Timmermans will lead the Labour and Green Left parties in the November election.
  • The European Commission has not yet named a replacement for Timmermans.
  • Timmermans played a key role in EU climate initiatives and his departure leaves a gap.
  • Timmermans previously served as Dutch foreign minister from 2012 to 2014.