The common principles and values that underlie life in the EU: freedom, democracy, equality and the rule of law, promoting peace and stability.
Key facts and figures
Statistics on EU countries and populations, economy and employment, transport and energy and the EU institutions.
Country profiles
Information on EU countries, government and society, countries using the euro, members of border-free travel area.
EU enlargement
Enlargement happens when new countries join the European Union. This has taken place several times in the EU’s history, each time transforming both the EU and the countries that join.
History of the EU
The major events in the history of the EU, how the EU has developed over the decades, the men and women who have played a key role in the EU.
Symbols
The symbols that convey the EU and its values: the EU flag, anthem and motto, Europe Day.
Languages
Learn about the 24 EU official languages, multilingualism, and the use of languages by the EU institutions.
1. The European Union is:
and there are _______ countries in the union.
2. The European Union has changed
since its beginning:
the European Union has undergone several enlargements, with new countries joining the union over time. This has resulted in the EU transforming both in terms of its membership and its policies.
3. The EU is founded on key principles and values: freedom, democracy, equality and the rule of law.
4. The EU aims to promote peace and stability both within its member states and globally.
5. The EU has its own symbols that represent its values and identity, including the EU flag, anthem, and motto.
6. The EU has a diverse range of languages with 24 official languages used by the EU institutions. Multilingualism is an important aspect of the EU's functioning.
7. The EU provides various statistics and information on its member countries, including population, economy, employment, transport, energy, and government profiles.
8. The history of the EU showcases its development over the decades and the key individuals who have played a role in shaping the union.
9. EU enlargement refers to the process of new countries joining the EU and how it impacts both the union and the countries that join.
Overall, the EU strives to create a united and prosperous Europe based on shared values, cooperation, and respect for diversity.
You're supposed to fill questions 1 and 2.
Apologies for the oversight. Here are the answers for questions 1 and 2:
1. The European Union is: a political and economic union of 27 European countries.
2. The European Union has changed since its beginning: The EU originally started with six member countries in 1957 under the name European Economic Community (EEC). Over the years, there have been multiple enlargements, resulting in the current 27 member states. These enlargements have led to significant transformations in the EU's policies, institutions, and integration processes.