A unique political and economic partnership of 27 European countries committed to peace, democracy, sustainable development, and prosperity.
Discover MoreThe European Union (EU) was created to foster economic cooperation and prevent conflict following World War II. Over the decades, it evolved into a single market with free movement of goods, services, capital, and people.
The EU operates through a system of shared sovereignty where member states cooperate on legislation, trade, climate action, research, digital innovation, security, and international relations.
Executive body responsible for proposing legislation.
Represents EU citizens and shares legislative powers.
Represents governments of member states.
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