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Andreas Schwarz – Getting OLAF out of its niche

As Deputy Director General of OLAF, Andreas Schwarz wants to take the anti-fraud authority out of its niche in EU operations. After a long career in the EU Commission, he is well connected in Brussels.

By Redaktion Table

Wolfgang Bücherl – For the Commission in southern Germany

As head of the EU Commission's regional representation, Wolfgang Bücherl has an eye on the regional characteristics of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg – and their relations with neighboring countries. He takes a critical view of border controls.

By Redaktion Table

Paul van Son – Desertec lives on

Desertec was supposed to develop solar power in North Africa and also make it usable for Europe. The project failed. But the Desertec Industrial Initiative lives on under a new name in Dubai. Paul van Son is responsible for this.

By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen

Wolfgang Wien: Germany's highest-ranking soldier in NATO

As Germany's highest-ranking military representative to NATO and the EU in Brussels, Lieutenant General Wolfgang Wien is jointly responsible for the preparations for the NATO summit in Washington. He is hoping for an image of Western strength and unity.

By Redaktion Table

Cornelia Ernst – Commitment to Iranian civil society

Cornelia Ernst worked for the Left Party in the European Parliament for 15 years – including as head of the delegation. In future, she wants to devote more time to her party work, which currently needs her support the most, she says.

By Redaktion Table