The EU/European Union describes a economical and political union of 28 States. With an estimated population of around 510 million the European Union policies aim to allow the free movement of people, goods and services. Within the internal market it aims to maintain common policies on agriculture, trade and more.
Members
The EU and European citizenship were established in 1933. With the inner original 6 being Belgium, France, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and West Germany. Although no member state has ever left, in 2016 the UK announced its intention to leave and has begun negotiating their departure for 2019.
More foreign aid is provided by the EU than any other economic union. Due to its Global influence and reach the Union has been described as an emerging superpower.
European Union Related Content
Europe: Ensuring a modern and sustainable agriculture sector
Here, we learn about Janusz Wojciechowski and his priorities: Ensuring a modern and sustainable agriculture sector in Europe that adapts to changes in climate, demographics and technologies.
The Commission’s work on the European Green Deal
Here, we delve into the European Commission’s work on the European Green Deal and its first European Climate Law to enshrine the 2050 climate-neutrality target into EU law.
EU crackdown: Novel food regulation of CBD
Here, European Union (EU) Novel Food regulations are thoroughly explored and questioned in the context of CBD in food.
Economic and scientific experts discuss EU response to COVID-19
Here we summarise a discussion with experts on the EU response to COVID-19 and the role of Horizon Europe in this pandemic.
100 climate neutral smart cities
In this article, Anna Lisa Boni, Secretary General of EUROCITIES, explains her thoughts on 100 climate neutral smart cities in more detail.
HYDROUSA: Water loops with regenerative business models for the Mediterranean
Here, Simos Malamis explains the HYDROUSA project, which seeks to innovate wastewater treatment and create regenerative business models in the Mediterranean region.
Digital transformation in Japan and the European Union
Agnieszka Kuczynska from AGH University of Science and Technology charts the prominence of digital transformation in Japan and the European Union today.
Getting citizen participation right in the European Union and China
Nikolaos Kontinakis, Acting Projects Director, EUROCITIES, shares his thoughts on getting citizen participation just right in the European Union and China.
The FUDIPO Project: AI systems in process industries
Here, Erik Dahlquist discusses the FUDIPO Project, touching on how facilities like oil refineries and power plants can use AI systems.
The EU’s product liability directive and the digital era: Is a regulation revolution required?
Sylvie Gallage-Alwis, Partner, at Signature Litigation, comments on the EU’s product liability directive and the digital era and asks if a regulation revolution is required.
UK immigration rules: Has the new policy changed UK migration statistics?
Sophie Barrett-Brown and Joshua Hopkins, Laura Devine Immigration, describe the effect of the new UK immigration rules on how people are actually migrating.
The need for a European Union Mental Health Strategy
Laura Marchetti and Jennifer Oroilidis at Mental Health Europe put forward the case for a European Union Mental Health Strategy.
Europe deserves more and better research & innovation in cardiovascular disease
Prof Lina Badimon, Chair, ESC Advocacy Committee 2018-2020 Director, Cardiovascular Program (ICCC) – IR, Hospital de la Santa Crue I Sant Pau, argues that Europe deserves more and better research & innovation in cardiovascular disease.
The impact of Brexit on mental health
PMAC, Mental Health Training & Wellbeing Professionals, discuss the potential impact of Brexit on mental health, with a specific focus on immigration and family separation.
Potato late blight in Europe
Didier Andrivon delves into the disease that once killed 1.5 million individuals in Ireland: Potato late blight, also known as Phytophthora Infestans.
European Commission announces €232 million aid package to tackle COVID-19
In a bid to tackle the recent outbreak of COVID-19 the European Commission has announced a new aid package worth €232 million.
Shaping Europe’s digital future with artificial intelligence
The European Commission's White Paper sets out proposals to promote the development of Artificial Intelligence to shape Europe's digital future.
Universities driving Europe’s transformation
Amanda Crowfoot, Secretary General of the European University Association reveals how universities are driving Europe’s transformation.
A systemic approach to education, research and innovation in the EU
Mariya Gabriel, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, describes a systemic approach to education, research and innovation in the European Union.
Canada announces new R&D collaboration with EU
The Canadian Government has launched a C$50 million fund to boost R&D collaboration with the European Union.
