Global Political Alliances Questions
The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states located primarily in Europe. It was established with the aim of promoting peace, stability, and economic prosperity among its member countries. The EU operates through a system of supranational institutions and intergovernmental decision-making, with the European Commission, European Parliament, and Council of the European Union being the main governing bodies. The EU has a single market, a customs union, and a common currency (the euro) in several member states. It also has policies and regulations in various areas, including trade, agriculture, environment, and human rights.