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Improving EU Functioning via the Lisbon Treaty

Summary

A report on enhancing EU functioning by utilizing the Lisbon Treaty's potential to improve democracy, economic governance, and security.
10 16.02.2017
Other
economy
finance
justice
government
constitution
human rights
social policy
european union
administrative reform
public administration

Key points

  • The report calls for a more democratic and transparent institutional setup, emphasizing the role of the European Parliament as the representative of all EU citizens.
  • There is a strong recommendation to use the 'passerelle clause' to switch from unanimity to qualified majority voting in specific areas.
  • The report suggests strengthening the Economic and Monetary Union by creating a more effective economic government with better parliamentary scrutiny.
  • The document advocates for progressive steps toward a common defense policy and eventually a common defense.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on improving the functioning of the European Union building on the potential of the Lisbon Treaty Improving the functioning of the European Union building on the potential of the Lisbon Treaty
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