THE EUROPEAN UNION: THE EVOLUTION TOWARDS A POLITICAL UNION
THE EUROPEAN UNION: THE EVOLUTION TOWARDS A POLITICAL UNION
Author(s): Carmen DimaSubject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, Economic policy, EU-Accession / EU-DEvelopment, EU-Legislation
Published by: C.H. Beck Publishing House - Romania
Keywords: Treaties; European Union; European Economic Community; EU Principles; Integration; Legal Personality;
Summary/Abstract: Ever since its foundation, the European Union has always had treaties in place, which regulate a wide variety of topics: from economics and free trade to European Citizenship or individual rights. Throughout the years, these treaties have evolved and have adapted based upon the needs and demands of the member states, but ultimately, of the European citizens. What used to be a common market for steel and coal in between France and West Germany has evolved into a political union counting 27 states. This spectacular transformation is the result of over 70 years of European cooperation. Resulting from this cooperation are the numerous treaties enacted throughout the years, which have been the very essence of the European Union, shaping its law, institutions, and policies. Without any hesitation, it can be said that the backbone of the whole European Union are the treaties which shape it.
Journal: Istorie, Cultura, Cetatenie in Uniunea Europeana
- Issue Year: 14/2022
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 138-148
- Page Count: 11
- Language: English