The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union. Its main roles include
- proposing legislation
- implementing decisions
- upholding the EU treaties
- managing the day-to-day business of the EU.
The Commission is responsible for ensuring that EU policies and laws are correctly applied across EU countries, negotiating international agreements on behalf of the EU, and managing the EU's budget. Additionally, it represents the interests of the EU on the global stage, ensuring a coordinated approach among EU countries.