European Commission

The European Commission is the executive body of the European Union, comprising a President and Commissioners from each EU member state. Established by the Treaty of Rome in 1957 as the executive of the European Economic Community, it evolved into its current form following successive EU treaty reforms. The Commission proposes EU legislation to the European Parliament and Council, enforces EU law and the EU budget, and represents the EU in international negotiations. It is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, and operates through multiple Directorates-General organized by policy area. The Commission plays a central role in EU governance, serving as both a guardian of EU treaties and a driving force for policy integration across member states.