The European Union is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries established in 1993. It was formed after World War II to prevent future wars in Europe and evolved from the European Coal and Steel Community established in 1951 and the European Economic Community formed by the 1957 Treaty of Rome. The EU is structured around four main institutions - the European Commission, European Council, European Parliament, and European Court of Justice - which work together to make decisions and policies for the EU.
The European Union is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries established in 1993. It was formed after World War II to prevent future wars in Europe and evolved from the European Coal and Steel Community established in 1951 and the European Economic Community formed by the 1957 Treaty of Rome. The EU is structured around four main institutions - the European Commission, European Council, European Parliament, and European Court of Justice - which work together to make decisions and policies for the EU.
The European Union is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries established in 1993. It was formed after World War II to prevent future wars in Europe and evolved from the European Coal and Steel Community established in 1951 and the European Economic Community formed by the 1957 Treaty of Rome. The EU is structured around four main institutions - the European Commission, European Council, European Parliament, and European Court of Justice - which work together to make decisions and policies for the EU.
The European Union is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries established in 1993. It was formed after World War II to prevent future wars in Europe and evolved from the European Coal and Steel Community established in 1951 and the European Economic Community formed by the 1957 Treaty of Rome. The EU is structured around four main institutions - the European Commission, European Council, European Parliament, and European Court of Justice - which work together to make decisions and policies for the EU.
Union The European Union is a unique economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. The EU was founded on November 1, 1993 at Maastricht Netherlands The EU pomotes social justice and protection, equality between women and men, and protection of the rights of the child. enhance economic, social and territorial cohesion and solidarity among EU countries. respect its rich cultural and linguistic diversity. Founding Fathers of HISTORY OF EUROPEAN UNION The EU was formed as a way to prevent another war in Europe, after World War II. The European Coal and Steel Community, formed in 1951, was the first step towards the creation of the EU. In 1957, the Treaty of Rome was signed, which created the European Economic Community (EEC). Over time, the EEC evolved into the EU. STRUCTURE OF EUROPEAN UNION The EU is structured around four main institutions: the European Commission, the European Council, the European Parliament, and the Court of Justice of the European Union. Each institution has its own role, but they work together to make decisions and policies that affect the EU as a whole. Single Market One of the key features of the EU is the creation of a single market. This means that goods, services, people, and money can move freely between member countries without restrictions. The single market has helped to boost trade and economic growth within the EU. 5. Eurozone The eurozone is a group of 19 EU countries that have adopted the euro as their currency. The euro was introduced in 1999 as a way to further integrate the economies of EU countries. While the euro has faced some challenges, it is still widely used within the eurozone. 10 COUNTRIES IN EU ARE: Europe 745,173,774 Denmark 5,833,883
Belgium 11,566,041 Estonia 1,330,068
Bulgaria 6,916,548 Finland 5,527,493
Croatia 4,036,355 France 67,439,614
Cyprus 896,000 Germany 83,120,520
The European flag: The 12 stars in a circle symbolize the ideals of unity, solidarity and harmony among the peoples of Europe.
EU The European anthem: The melody used to
Symbols symbolize the EU comes from the Ninth Symphony composed in 1823 by Ludwig Van Beethoven.
Europe Day: The ideas behind the European Union
were first put forward on 9 May 1950 by French foreign minister Robert Schuman. This is why 9 May is celebrated as a key date for the EU.
The EU motto: "United in diversity"
•EU Parliament – Currently 785 MEPs. Based in France, Belgium and Luxembourg –Passes laws, monitors budget, monitors EU institutions EU •EU Council – Ministerial representations from each member state
Political –Passes laws, approves EU budget, co-ordination
of economic policies, develops foreign policy, co-ordinates anti-crime strategies •EU Commission – 20 Commissioners appointed by each member state every 5 years –Proposes legislation, implements EU policies, law enforcement, international co-ordination •European Central Bank – inflation target of less than 2% per year, sets short term interest rates for the whole eurozone area, EU –Implements and monitors Eurozone monetary policy Financial •European Investment Bank – ‘owned’ by member states. Raise finance through financial markets, –Invest in projects to promote aims of EU – large scale projects •Court of Auditors – monitors legality and efficiency of EU income and expenditure •Court of Justice – one judge EU from each member state Legal –Interprets and applies EU legislation •CAP – Common Agricultural Policy –Sustainablility EU –Food Quality Agriculture –Animal Welfare –Food Safety –Control –Farmers welfare/incomes –Employment in agriculture •CFP – Common Fisheries Policy –Conservation of fish stocks EU –Aid to fishing industry to cope Fisheries with changing circumstances –Monitor supply and demand for fish –Negotiate with non-EU members on fishing issues •European Regional Development Fund •European Social Fund •European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund EU •Financial Instrument for Fisheries Guidance –Aims to encourage development of poorer Regions regions –Increase employment opportunities –Encourage new industry to locate in areas of structural decline –Develop infrastructure in poorer regions –Encourage new training methods and facilities •Euro – monitor introduction and development •Tax Harmonisation – reduce EU differentials in tax regimes throughout the single Finance & Economics market to aid competition and transparency •Single Market – free movement of goods, services, labour and capital between member states THANKYOU FOR LISTENING :)
