In 1999 , Prime Minister Massimo D'Alema confirmed Monti 's appointment to the new Prodi Commission .
Monti was given one of the most powerful positions at the Commission , with responsibility for Competition .
In 1999 , Prime Minister Massimo D'Alema confirmed Monti 's appointment to the new Prodi Commission and he was given one of the most powerful positions at the Commission , with responsibility for Competition .