Sweden+-RS

Why was the European Union created?

 * The European Union was created to help keep peace.
 * They want to create a more united continent. (The United States of Europe)
 * It was also created to keep people safe
 * Another reason it was created to help with economic problems.
 * They wanted to show people that everyone has Values
 * They work to support globalization and diversity
 * They also want to help show the similarities between European countries

Give a thorough history of the EU.

 * In 1951 The European Coal and Steel Community is established by the six founding members
 * In 1957 the Roman Treaty established a common market between countries in Europe.
 * The first direct elections to the European Parliament began in 1979
 * Completion of the single market ended was in 1993
 * In 1993 The Treaty of Maastricht establishes the European Union
 * In 1995:The EU expands to 15 members
 * Euro notes and coins are introduced in 2002
 * !0 more countries join the EU in 2004

What is the purpose of the EU?

 * They address
 * They use Solidarity Policies which help support the completion of The single market
 * They deal with agricultural issues
 * They support globalization
 * They deal with real day-to – day Challenges.
 * They work with The environment
 * The deal with Energy problems
 * They help with Technological Innovation

How does the EU benefit Europeans?

 * Action is taken to help environment
 * Certain daily challenges solved
 * A common currency
 * you can travel across Europe without a passport without being stopped at borders
 * Freedom security and justice for all
 * Equal opportunities
 * Political benefits

Is your country a member of the EU?
Yes Sweden is a member of the EU

If it is, how and when did it become a member?

 * In 1990 the Riksdag gave the Swedish government permission to apply for the EU (At time was EC)
 * Sweden submitted their application July 1st 1991
 * When the EC changed to the EU they 12 member states decided to consider Sweden’s application.
 * Negotiation for entry began February 1st 1993
 * Treaty was determined for Sweden’s entry in June 1994
 * The treaty was put to referendum November 13 1994
 * Riksdag approved treaty December 15 1994
 * January 1st 1995 Sweden entered the EU