Von der Leyen Struggles to Achieve Gender Parity in EU Commission

Despite efforts, many member states nominate predominantly male candidates for top EU roles, complicating the push for gender balance.

Ursula von der Leyen aims for gender parity in the European Commission but faces resistance from member states.
The EU's rules allow each member nation to nominate a commissioner, often leading to male-dominated lists.
Von der Leyen's first term saw near gender parity, but the current nominations are skewed heavily male.
Some countries, like Ireland, insist on nominating the best candidate regardless of gender, further tilting the balance.
Recent changes, including Belgium's nomination of a female candidate, offer some hope for achieving better gender balance.