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European Union
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European Union
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History of the EU
After World War II people looked for ways to ensure peace and cooperation between countries in Europe.
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In 1999 the Euro, the common currency for the European Union, was established.
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Members of the EU
The EU consists of nearly / almost half a billion people and covers over 4 million square kilometres.
Countries must fulfil the Copenhagen criteria (established in 1993) to be considered for membership in the EU.
The criteria states that members must have a stable democratic government, respect for minorities and human rights,
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Norway, Switzerland and Lichtenstein are not full EU members by choice
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Importent citys
Brussels, located in Belgium, is the de facto capital of the European Union
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Commission, Council of the European Union and the European Council sit.
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Strasbourg, located in France, is the official seat of the European Parliament
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Luxembourg, is the location of the European Court of Justice, the European Commission and the European Investment Bank
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