Brussels, 08/09/2004 (Agence Europe) - On Wednesday, the European Commission approved the appointment of the former Irish Prime Minister, John Bruton, as the new head of its delegation in Washington. "This decision reflects the joint wish of the Commission and Member States to raise the profile of the European Union in the United States. The Commission looks forward to welcoming Mr Bruton and hopes his appointment will lead to a further strengthening of EU-US ties, and to deeper mutual...