5. European Union

What is the original purpose of the European Union?

To set up free trade among member countries.

What is the EU today?

Today, the EU is a powerful trade bloc that makes up 1/5th of the world's trade.

What saves money for consumers and businesses?

Goods produced in Europe can move freely, without tariffs, to other European nations.

How has the EU improved the environment?

Its strict environmental standards have helped some countries improve their environment.

What are three other important interests of the EU?

1) Creating a stable, peaceful relationship between countries. 2) Ensuring the safety and security of its members. 3) Promoting social issues like protecting human rights and preserving the environment

What are 2 benefits of the EU?

1) It has built a strong relationship among its member nations. 2) Not having tariffs has led to improved trade and higher standards of living among members.

History of the EU

After WWII ended, France and Germany came up with a plan to ensure the countries would never go to war with each other again. The result was a deal signed by 6 countries in 1957.

European Union (EU)

An economic and political partnership between many European countries.

What can citizens do to find better jobs?

Citizens are allowed to move freely among member countries.

What are wealthy countries now doing?

Sharing their wealth with the poorer countries.

Why does the EU work with other countries?

The EU believes that when countries work together they are a more powerful force in the world because they involve more money, more people, and more land areas. This helps make small countries more competitive in the world market.

The European members ______________________ for advantages that would be out of their reach if each were ______________________.

Work together; working alone