EU Flashcards
What is the European Union?
European Union is a group of Europeans nations committed to economic union in greater political integration
When did the European Union come into existence?
1993
Headquarter of European Union
Brussels
Six. Original members of the European Union.
Belgium,
France,
Netherlands,
Italy
Luxembourg
West Germany?
Countries who joined the european union later on?
 1973 UK, Denmark and Ireland
• In 1981 Greece
• In 1986 Spain and Portugal
• In 1995 Austria, Finland and Sweden.
Twelve member of the EU changed over to common currency from Jan. 1, 2002. In May 2004, thirteen members and in July 2013 one member (Croatia) joined the organization. Total strength has gone to 28.
When did the 12 member of the EU change over to common currency?
January 1,, 2002
Last member to join the organisation
Croatia
EU operates through following institutions
• The Council having representative from each state (usually the foreign minister).
The Council of Ministers is a deliberative but not a legislative body.
• The European Court of Justice at Luxemburg can decide cases and its judgements are binding.
• Economic and Social Committee is a advisory body.
The Buropean Commission is an institution of the EU, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, upholding the EU treaties and managing the day-to-day business of the EU.
First India EU summit was held where and when
Lisbon in Portugal
2000
Where was the fifth EU India summit
Hague 2005
Results of the fifth India. EU summit
The two sides showed keen interest in renewing their commitment to increase market access and create an enabling economic environment. Apart from economic cooperation, the two sides pledged to combat terrorism and enhance collective action against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. For this, they outlined five point action plan.
They also pledged to continue their effort in reconstruction of Afghanistan and Iraq.
Which treaty established EU
Treaty of Maastricht
 Second largest economy
EU
