Brussels, 18/05/2000 (Agence Europe) - At its meeting this week, the Seixas da Costa Group, which is preparing the IGC, examined the amendments that, during the review of the present treaty, could prove necessary regarding EU institutions (other than the Commission and the Council). On that occasion, the Portuguese Presidency presented, in particular, proposals concerning the European Parliament, of which here are the essential aspects.
1. Distribution of seats in an enlarged EU. The...