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Germany in Europe

Germany held the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of 2007, the first six months of the "triple presidency," to be followed by Portugal and Slovenia. Catch up on the progress made during the German Presidency, read updates on the EU's role in the international community, treaty reform and other ongoing issues, and find links to EU-related sites.

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History

The EU is a unique institutional framework for the construction of a united Europe. Today, Europe is constructing its own model for unification ensuring respect for itsrichest asset - the historical, cultural and linguistic diversity of the European nations.

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How does the European Union work?

The EU is governed by five institutions - Parliament, Council of Ministers of the European Union, Commission, Court of Justice and Court of Auditors.

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What is so unique about the European Union?

The EU system is inherently evolutionary. Unlike the United States, the EU is founded on international treaties among sovereign nations rather than a Constitution. It is designed to allow for the gradual development of European unification.

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The EU and the United States

The solid relationship between the EU and the US is founded on strong and enduring ties between the peoples and shared fundamental values.
More about Transatlantic dialogues, the New Transatlantic Agenda and the Debate on the Death Penalty in the U.S.

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European Union Enlargement

Hot air balloon with EU circle of stars On January 1, 2007, Bulgaria and Romania became members of the European Union.
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European Constitution

The Constitution for Europe replaces many of the individual treaties that currently prescribe how the EU operates and will help the EU function more efficiently and smoothly, particularly as the EU continues to grow. It must be ratified by each of the member states before it enters into force.

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The European Union

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Spot the Bus Contest Winners

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The German EU Presidency is over and so is the contest. Watch the slideshow and see who won here.
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Slovenia 2008
Presidency of the EU
Slovenia 2007- Presidency of the European Union

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Triple Presidency -
Germany, Portugal, Slovenia

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Under the triple presidency, Germany, Portugal and Slovenia presented a common program for the eighteen months of their three Presidencies. The aim is to strengthen continuity in the work of the Council and to ensure greater sustainability of the initiatives dealt with in the Council.
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Outside linkDelegation of the European Commission to the United States

Outside link"EU Insight" and "EU Focus" --
Newsletters of the Delegation of the European Commission to the United States

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