This unique collection of data includes concise definitions and explanations on all aspects of the European Union. It explains the terminology surrounding the EU and outlines the roles and significance of the institutions, member countries, programmes and policies, treaties and personalities. It contains over 1,000 clear and succinct definitions, spelling out acronyms and abbreviations, arranged alphabetically and fully cross-referenced.Among the 1,000 entries you can find explanations and background details on: accession negotiationsatmospheric pollutionCentral European Free Trade Areacommon agricultural policycompany law statutecompetition policy the euro Governance White Paperhuman rightsMERCATORMiddle EastOLAF - European Anti-Fraud Officerefugee policySchengen AgreementTreaty of NiceUS-EC Declaration.
