Can the European Parliament ever break out of the cycle of failing public interests and legitimacy?

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Europe on any issue. It should consequently be a more privileged institution in the EU decision-making process. It is essential that ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Analyzing what can be done to increase and strengthen the legitimacy of the European Parliament. The European Community's aim. The European Parliament's duties . The Brussels Treaty of the 22nd of January 1975. National parliaments:...»

The democratic deficit of the EU and the European political integration from a French perspective

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : « a democratic one, as they would like the European Parliament to benefit from more powers and the majority vote to be extended in all EU decision-making areas. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. EU at a turning point: New challenges and reflections about its future. The decline of neo-functionalism: A 'global turbulence'. The importance of current EU-linked issues implying stronger democratic requirements. Flexibility: A...»

International organisations and sovereignty

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « in the EU having give up competencies, which in the case of the EU are gradually destiny and desires , even if they take part in the decision-making process of ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Sacrificing sovereignity with the creation of international organisation in relation to the European Union.. Increase in international organisations.. Meaning and understanding of sovereignity.. Sovereignty as political...»

Has European integration contributed to save or to undermine the nation state?

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « ce_qu_une_nation.html Websites http://agora.qc.ca/mot.nsf/Dossiers/Espagne http://europa.eu.int/institutions/decision-making/index_fr.htm Ernest Renan, Qu ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Diminished number of decisions which are taken in the capitals of member states.. The Maastricht treaty of 1993.. Permissive principle for EU's action.. EU: Still more intergovernmental than supranational.. European integration:...»

Britain is widely regarded as the « awkward partner » in Europe. How accurate is this assessment?

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   03/27/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « EU won t be created and that supra-national EU institutions will likely to remain outside the EMU until the European collective decision-making process reveals ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Britain's attitude towards Europe post WW2. The situation during the period of Cold War. Impact of the success of EEC. British diplomacy and policies towards the EU . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Outline and assess the extent to which the WTO Agreements have legal effects before EU and Member States' courts, creating rights for individuals and the possibility of testing the compatibility of EU secondary legislation with these Agreements.

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   05/09/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : « See supra note 45, p.76 Ibid, p78 Ibid, p79 De Burca and Scott, « The Impact of the WTO on EU Decision-making » in G. de Burca and J. Scott (eds), The EU and ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. The continuity of GATT/WTO jurisprudence: A succession of missed opportunities?. The foundations of the denial of invocability. The DSB rulings: A springboard for direct effect ?. A alternative approach : Cooperation and pragmatism towards...»

Has Blair government's constructive European engagement been undermined by the Iraq war?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « Further improvements concerning the EU decision-making were also achieved with the 2000 Nice Treaty which made an additional 30 issues subject to QMV. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Taking over the office in 1997.. The first term (1997-2001): A proactive and constructive engagement vis-a-vis Europe.. New Labour pledge and the 1997 manifesto. . The Amsterdam European Council.. EU and Blair.. UK's...»

The integration of the European Union

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   01/15/2006   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « make the decision-making process much harder than in the past. In France for example, the pro-European elites which supported the progresses of the EU since ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. EU's quest for the optimal institutional structure. The issue of the future of the Union. The issue of the Union's presidency. Different economic structures and needs. The quarrel between 'the cicadas and the ants'. The entry of ten...»

Have we reached the limits of the EU enlargement?

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « environment alongside the EU borders, without giving them the status of member (Arenas Grazulius 2005, 325). All the internal decision-making problems that ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The previous enlargements and the end of the Cold War.. France and Germany's position in the EC.. The EFTA enlargement.. The German reunification and the collapse of the Soviet Union.. The 2004 enlargement and enlarging...»

Politics of the European Union

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : « Another important point which led these countries to apply for EU membership is the desire to participate more actively in the decision-making , as the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The History of the Enlargement process so far.. The first four enlargements: 1956-1995.. The Enlargements of 2004 and 2007 and the accession criteria.. The outcomes of last enlargements for new members, previous members and European...»

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