The European Union is an association of democratic European countries. All of them are dedicated to the preservation of peace and the pursuit of prosperity. However, it is not a newly formed state, which takes the place of existing countries.
The European Union is more than any other international organization; the European Union is unique. Member states have set up common institutions and elected some sovereignty. Thus, in times of need, the chosen spokesperson can take democratic decisions in the interest of Europe and its inhabitants.
The European Union was originally designed to improve the economy. The main objective was to bring European countries closer together, so that EEC members could sell their goods cheap to other member states. As the economy of the involved countries thrived more and more neighbor states wanted to join the European Union, as well.
In 1993, the European Union evolved in what it is today, and its policy covers far more than economy. All member states agree on common legislation, training standards as well as foreign and security laws. All countries of the European Union are sending deputies to the European parliament.
A European constitution has already been drafted and will soon enter into force. The European Union also advocates that there shall be no wars in Europe and that all differences can be resolved peacefully, and without spilling innocent blood.