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Multilevel Governance in the European Union, 2005.
This paper discusses the European Union and looks at the effects of its multilevel governance.
3,825 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 17 sources, $ 151.95
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This paper describes the government of the European Union and the effects that changes therein have had on various elements of European society. Specifically, the paper address how multilevel governance in the European Union has affected the labor movement and labor unions, the environmental movement in Europe, as well as various sub-national and regional movements throughout the continent.
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"The European Union (EU) is an interesting historical case of the developments that have occurred to the institution of the nation state over the course of the twentieth century. What so few people, outside of academic circles, realize is that the nation state is not a natural organizational structure. It is simply one more historical construction that was developed over time. Benedict Anderson, in his historically relevant Imagined Communities, writes, "[N]ation-ness, as well as nationalism, are cultural artifacts of a particular kind. By this he means that nations, despite all that cultural ideology has whispered in our ears, are products of human creation. They are invented institutions, albeit exceptionally powerful ones, upon which international affairs has relied for several centuries."
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Case Study: Non European Union (EU) or European Union, 2008.
Discusses the European Union (EU) and its individual markets as a potential target market for entry by a foreign enterprise as well as a non-member market.
1,785 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This analysis examines the characteristics of two specific target countries for potential market entry by a foreign enterprise. The two countries examined are a non-EU member country which is Indonesia and an EU member state which is Spain. Additionally, the benefits and disadvantages of such countries vis-a-vis individual company acquisitions or joint venture targets are discussed.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Country Analysis
Overview
Target Country One--Indonesia
Cultural
Trading Blocs and Related Data
Major Currencies
Fund Repatriation and Exchange Rate Risks
Target Country Two--Spain
Cultural
Trading Blocs and Related Data
Major Currencies
Fund Repatriation and Exchange Rate Risks
European Union Membership Versus
Non-Membership
The EU Market Environment
Non-EU Market Disadvantages
Business and Commerce in EU Markets
Conclusion
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"The most important regional trading blocs related to this project are ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Indonesia reported a trade surplus with Japan of $9,018m, $5,096m with the United States, and $1,958m with China as recently as 2000 which indicative a strong export economy (Indonesia, 2006). These and its other total exports formed the equivalent of $57.4b worth of exports in 2001. Its current account stands at $6,899m and balance on goods of $22,695 while its balance on services totals a deficit of -$10,380m . Regional barriers to trade are minimal."
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European Union, 2006.
A review of the European Union's communities and policies.
2,001 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper takes a brief look at the various European Union's economic policies, such as the European Economic Community and the European Monetary Union. According to the paper, the EU has maintained the momentum of its internal economic integration agenda.
Outline:
Activities of the EEC
Structure Of European Union
European Council
European Commission
Functioning of the EEC
European Monetary Union
Common Market Policy
EURO - The New World Currency
The Current Scenario in the European Union
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"Regional Development Policy: The objectives of the Regional Development Policy of the EEC is to promote balanced development of the member countries by reducing regional disparities and by developing rapidly the backward regions. To achieve this objective, the EEC provides financial assistance for the development of the backward regions of the member countries. The Financial assistance is provided through."
"European Investment Bank: EEC established this bank in 1958. It provides loans and guarantees the loans raised by the member countries for the development of the backward regions. It grants loans for modernization, conversion and development projects that are beyond the financial abilities of the member governments. It also provides loans for the projects in which member governments have common interest."
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Spain and the European Union, 2005.
An overview of the reasons why Spain joined the European Union.
4,571 words (approx. 18.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 118.95
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An overview of the European Union and its functions and aims are presented at the outset of this paper to show why Spain joined the Union and what the criterion were that Spain possessed that the European Union found sufficient enough for it to join. All the member states, including Spain, are now facing better prospects as they are enjoying better economic and regional development in their state. The paper concludes that Spain is better off because it joined the European Union. The European Union in itself has made Europe a strong force to be reckoned with, and as more and more members join in, the European Union will only grow in strength, and the member states will benefit immensely.
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"The Article 151 of the Treaty of the European Union that establishes the European Community as such, states that the capabilities of a community in a cultural atmosphere will be defined and that a certain community would respect the culture and the tradition of other cultures in a way that diversity would be promoted and encouraged. Cultural and community are interrelated in certain ways, and the members of the European Union must remember this. The issue of the incorporation of equal opportunity into the community policies of the European Union is also an important one that has served to exert an influence on the economic and the regional development of Spain."
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Greek Influence on the European Union, 2005.
A research study on the the influence of Greece in the European Union since the Maastricht Treaty.
10,248 words (approx. 41.0 pages), 30 sources, APA, $ 206.95
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This study attempts to illustrate how Greece has influenced the European Union by examining specific major events and structural guidelines that are not just regional considerations but have world wide implications. This examination takes place in the light of how the Greeks, in particular, have seen their presence in the union shape and sway the both the look and direction of the body. The specific areas of analysis include the enlargement processes of 1995 and 2004, the Greek influence on European Monetary Union (EMU) and an examination of how Greece has affected the European Union's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) specifically during the U.S. war in Iraq and the resulting differences that occurred amongst the EU member states. In addition, the study analyzes the specific impact of the term of the Greek presidency within the EU briefly and as it related to the U.S. war in Iraq in 2003. As the facts are presented and examined, the paper makes it clear how the Greek nation has had a measurable influence on the membership, policy and direction of the EU and provide an insight into what lasting impact has been left by the Children of Hellas.
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Problem Statement and Goal
Relevance and Significance
Barriers and Issues
Limitations
Research Questions
Summary
Introduction
Brief Historical Background
The Maastricht Treaty
The Creation of the Euro
The Three-Pillar Structure
Enlargement Process of 1995
Enlargement Process of 2004
Greek Influence in the European Monetary Union
The EU Presidency
Report on the Findings of the Research
Implications of the Findings
Recommendations
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"The first setting that must be provided is a short history. This is done to properly contextualize the role played by Greece since the signing of the Maastricht Treaty and provides some basic information about the history and development of the EU. This brief historical look at the evolution of the European Union is not meant to be exhaustive instead the information is simply included to provide the reader with a feel for the methodology by which the union has taken shape. It is helpful to note at this point that the formation of the European Union is dramatically different than the formation of the United States but references are made to the so-called 'United States of Europe.' Where applicable, this statement will be elaborated upon and clarified as necessary."
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NAFTA Vs. the European Union, 2007.
This paper explores continental nationalism and trade policy agendas, focusing on NAFTA and the European Union.
3,071 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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The paper looks at why the countries of the North American zone; Canada, the United States and Mexico joined together as an economic bloc and why European nations chose to re-constitute themselves into a single political and economic bloc after the Second World War. The paper then examines how economic integration between the European and North American countries has been and is pursued. The paper compares NAFTA to the European Union and explores the tensions between the two powerful trading blocs and where their tense relationship appears to be headed.
Outline:
Introduction
The North American Free Trade Agreement
The European Union: Its Origins, its "Unity-Based" Agenda, and its Collective Trade Policy
Comparing NAFTA with the European Union
Conclusion
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"The "official" reasons for the emergence of the North American Free Trade Agreement are stated in Article 102 of the document. Specifically, the document states that all three signatories wish to eliminate barriers in trade and to facilitate the free movement of goods and services across the boundaries of the various territories. Article 102 also makes it clear that NAFTA is meant to promote "fair competition" and to increase investment opportunities for all three nations. As importantly as anything else, the document also delineates that the free trade accord is meant to ensure that intellectual property rights and the enforcement of intellectual property rights is carried out effectively and vigorously in all of the ratifying nations."
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France, Britain and the European Union, 2006.
Examines the impact of the European Union on the social and economic elements of France and the United Kingdom.
3,203 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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In order to fully understand the impact of the European Union and its effects on Great Britain and France, as well as the rest of its members, this paper takes a critical look at how their economies and societies have changed over the last few years. Great Britain and France are two of the strongest nations that participated in the European Union experiment and their problems of integration are perhaps representative of the problems that the rest of the EU suffers. This paper examines the socio-economic impact of the European Union on the unity and culture of these two powerful nations.
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"For Great Britain the greatest damage of the European Union has been on its currency. With the onset of the EU, and the creation of the Euro, the pound sterling has taken a large hit in the international monetary market. Pre Euro, the pound sterling and the Deutschemark were the standard currency of the European market next to the dollar. However, with the birth of the Euro, most international banks want to fill its reserves with the Euro because it spreads out the risk of inflation and other negative factors across many member states and therefore it is largely more stable than other currencies. With this shift in currency focus, the pound has been doing relatively badly against the dollar as well as the Euro."
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Business and the European Union, 2006.
This paper examines the impact of the European Union as a leading partner of various industrialized nations.
1,890 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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The writer of this paper explores the European Union (EU), the largest trading entity in the world, accounting in 1998 for 20% of global merchandise exports. This paper also probes the EU's firm commitment to the promotion of open and fair trade with all its trading partners.
Topics covered in this report include:
The European Union is the World's Largest Trade Partner
The EU is a Growing Integrated Economy, Open to Trade with Outside Countries
European Union Enlargement
So the EU Strongly Supports Rules-Based System for International Trade
Multilateral Issues
The Need for WTO Agreement on Removal of Procedural Barrier to Trade
Globalization in Progress
Bilateral Trade Relations
Comprehensive Trade Negotiations
The EU Wants Developing Countries to Benefit as Well
Bibliography
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"The current European Union of 15 members is the largest single market in the world. There are no internal frontiers and the harmonization of regulations and the standards ensures a freer circulation of goods and services than is possible within many individual countries. With a number of Central European and Mediterranean candidate countries scheduled to join the EU, a single set of trade rules, a single tariff, and a single set of administrative procedures will apply not just across the existing member states but also across the enlarged Union in years to come."
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The European Union, 2004.
A brief overview of the structure of the European Union.
828 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses the make up of the European Union. The paper explains that the structure of the European Union (EU) is based on 'pillars'. The central pillar of the European Community (EC) is at the heart of the system that contains the EU's governing institutions and performs the supranational functions. The paper claims that the EC pillar is flanked by two other pillars that perform the function of intergovernmental cooperation, Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Justice and Home Affairs (JHA). A coordinating body called the European Council, which is the forum for the leaders of EU member governments, oversees all the three pillars.
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"The EU institutions listed above are part of the European Community (EC) pillar. As stated in the introduction, there are two other "pillars" of the EU- Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Justice and Home Affairs (JHA). The CFSP is a forum for discussing the foreign policy and security issues, while the JHA tackles issues such as combating crime, drug trafficking, and immigration policies. Over these three pillars stands the European Council that consists of heads of member states and governments and the President of the Commission, supported by the foreign ministers and one member of the Commission. It links the three pillars together and provides the central leadership role. ("Institutional Structure..." 2004) "
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European Union, 2003.
An overview of the history of the European Union.
3,450 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 119.95
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This paper studies the historical underpinnings of the creation of the European Union. The paper first discusses the various movements and organizations developed in Western Europe, which led to the creation of the European Community (EC). Then the paper traces the issue back to post-World War II Europe and details the historical friction among European nations regarding a single European Union.
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France in the European Union, 2006.
An overview of the development of the European Union and France's contributions to its development.
2,027 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper begins with a description of the function and organizational structure of the European Union and then presents a brief history of its origins and how it has developed into the supranational organizational body that it is today. The paper focuses on France's contributions towards the European Union's development, beginning with a look at Jean Monnet's plan for more organized cooperation between the European nations and ending with a look at the signing of the Maastricht Treaty.
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"The Council of Ministers is composed of a single representative from each of the member states. The council cannot draft legislation, but it can accept, reject, or request proposals from the commission. Summit meetings among the top leaders of the member states are called at least once every six months by the country holding the presidency of the Council of Ministers. This meeting of heads of state and government is called the European Council. The summits were instituted on a regular basis in 1975."
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The European Union, 2002.
Looks at some general facts regarding the European Union, its origins and its members nations.
4,900 words (approx. 19.6 pages), 17 sources, $ 178.95
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The European Union (EU) represents a unique relationship among fifteen democratic nations, with the aim of constructing a united Europe. The EU is more than an international organization, but not a full-blown federation. The European Union is the world's largest trading entity, accounting for well over 20% of world trade. Its population totals nearly 375 million people. The European Community was the brainchild of Jean Monnet of France. In May 1950, French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman proposed pooling the coal and steel industries of France and West Germany.
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The European Union, 2007.
An overview of the history of the European Union and discussion on the issues concerning its enlargement.
2,144 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper examines how, throughout the history of the European Union, a somewhat simultaneous pattern of enlargement and integration is taking place. It discusses how it is apparent that with further enlargement, there seems to be a need for deeper integration and vice versa. The paper contends that although the Union is a regional bloc considered relatively successful in holding out on its own, steady enlargement along with integrating can cause several issues to arise.
Outline:
History of the European Union
Issues on Enlargements
Problem of EU Conditionality
Effect on EU Institutions
Political Considerations
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"Setting the wheels going for such vision was the European Coal and Steel Community. Inspired by Jean Monnet, the French diplomat who envisioned the creation of a "Federal Europe" united along supranational lines and the acknowledged father of European Integration, Robert Schuman, the former French Foreign Minister, proposed that France and Germany, and other interested parties to combine their coal and steel resources. This Schuman Declaration was adhered by six states, France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, thus forming the European Coal and Steel Community on 1951(EU Timeline). This community placed Franco-German steel production under a common "High Authority", putting into effect an intergovernmental cooperation with supranational authority (McGoldrick, 9). Treaties were signed as well to establish European Atomic Energy Community and the European Economic Community. "
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The European Union and the World, 2002.
This paper focuses on the impact of the European Union on world trade, with a concentration on its effect on the U.S. and Japan.
4,370 words (approx. 17.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 115.95
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This research paper includes an overview of the European Union, its history, principles and policies on trade. It analyzes the European Union?s Impact on international trade and briefs the reader on the impact of the trade block on trade positions of the U.S. and Japan. The author discusses current issues and disputes between the US and the EU and includes statistics to illustrate the effects of the EU on world trade.
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The European market is big, much as the United States. The European Union and the USA represent 30.1% and 24.5% of global GDP respectively. Together, the two economic giants represent half of the world GDP. (See Diagram 1). As such, any actions that these two economies do will affect the rest of the world. In fact, the establishment of the European Union has effected ripples of economic growth or depression on its member states and other countries as well. And as the influence of the EU grows, so does its relationship with the rest of the world become more important. The EU currently holds agreements with almost every region in the world. Just as much of the EU?s policies involve reduction of barriers and increased trade among its members, its external policies have involved increased trade globally and deepening relationships with other countries. The logic behind this double-edged mission is the realization that a barrier-free global economy is key to optimum progress.
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Enlargement of the European Union, 2002.
A discussion of the criteria for new countries attempting to enter the European Union and the effects of enlargement.
2,702 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper provides an insight to the European Union. It begins with a brief history from the Treaty of Paris in 1951 with 6 countries until the current 15 member countries. It examines the effect of enlargement such as the political, economical, and cultural benefits and shows how adding the prospective countries would instill a greater sense of safety and peace. It looks at the 13 countries who are currently being examined to enter the European Union, the necessary economic and political conditions that must be met and the extent to which each individual country meets them.
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"After having gone through two major world wars, Europe was ready for a settlement. This basic idea was the start of the need for a unification of the European countries, since this unification would be the key to finally keeping peace. In 1946, Churchill called for a ?United States of Europe? that would have control over the production of coal and steel, two German resources that were known as being instrumental catalysts of war. The allied countries after the war felt that if Germany continued to have complete control over these resources, a future outbreak of war could be possible. As a result of this the six countries, France, Italy, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, became the founding members of the European Coal and Steel Community by signing the Treaty of Paris in 1951."
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