Belgium’s Hadja Lahbib faces test on handling of EU crises

In Belgium, Hadja Lahbib proved herself capable by managing the country’s presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Now, the former TV anchor-turned-politician will have to convince MEPs she’s got what it takes to handle a European commissioner portfolio for preparedness, crisis management and equality.
Former Foreign Minister Lahbib beat rival Didier Reynders to win the nomination for her country. Belgium opted to send a woman this time, responding to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s pleas for greater gender balance.
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