Germany and the EU
Sustainable growth and employment: the best for Europe's future
During the Spanish presidency, the EU will shape a successor to the Lisbon Strategy (EU 2020). This is Germany's position on the new strategy as it was submitted to the European Commission.
Germany's position on a EU 2020 strategy [pdf, 29,11k]
Germany in Europe
European policy affects a host of fields for which various ministries in Germany are responsible. To ensure the Federal Government presents a unified stance, there are various coordination mechanisms.
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EU Reform Treaty
The Lisbon Treaty entered into force on 1 December 2009. The sweeping reforms will greatly enhance the European Union’s efficiency and democratic foundations.
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European foreign policy
The sheer size of the European Union in economic, financial and trade terms makes it an important world power. The EU has a web of agreements with most countries and regions of the globe.
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Enlargement of the European Union
The European Union's goal is to make Europe a bastion of peace, freedom, security, political stability and prosperity. An enlarged European Union can act as a stabilizing force throughout Europe, for adopting the acquis – the entire body of EU law – enables new member states to contribute to European integration and share its benefits.
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