Danuta Huebner expected to become Polish commissioner in Brussels

Apparently, Prime Minister Leszek Miller made this decision last Tuesday after his meeting with the President Aleksander Kwaśniewski. However, the final decision will be made by the head of the EU Commission, Romano Prodi at the end of February. It is widely acknowledged that Danuta Huebner is the favorite candidate of the Italian politician. She is recognized for her high qualifications as well as being an expert with regard to European issues. Last year, due to her notable work in the European Convent, she gained recognition from Western diplomats as an advocate for European integration. It is believed that choosing Huebner would improve Polsnd's image at the European decision making level. She would assume the post after May 1, 2004 and initially would take part only in discussions and voting. (Gazeta Wyborcza, pp. 1, 8) M.M.