Eu enlargement rounds

The process of expanding the European Union (EU) through the accession of new member. EEC wished to pursue monetary integration and did not wish for another round of enlargement to occupy their attention. Member States to its current number of 28. What is currently the EU began in . As a global economic power the EU plays a constructive role in shaping the international community's response to.

Enlargement and neighbouring countries. From to members - European Neighbourhood Policy And Enlargement Negotiations. A further countries have since joined the EU, including a historic . Contents: Foundation of the European Community (EC) (date of accession: 1958); Merger Treaty . Successive enlargements have shaped the history of the European Union.

Especially during periods of economic downturn, enlargement can offer new opportunities for . The accession of Bulgaria and Romania in 20is widely . All European Union enlargement rounds have been accompanied by concerns that the increased number and diversity of member states will damage the . EU's last two enlargement rounds on the policy-making process at.