Should the EU Reduce Working Hours?
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This 3 page paper looks at the mandatory 48 hour work week. Should the EU shorten the work week? Both sides of the issue are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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International Trade Law & the European Union
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Some theorists and legal specialists have argued that the 15 member countries of the European Union have such a diverse range of international trade laws that complications will inherently occur as a result of attempts to promote greater trade openness leading up to the installation of the European Monetary Union under the euro in the next decade. This 27 page paper provides an overview of the major components of international trade law that pose a threat to the easy initiation of the European Monetary Union, and then relates the current trade laws for many of the member countries to issues in external trade processes. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
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German Economy After the Reunification: The Effects of German Reunification on Foreign Trade Between the US and Germany From 1990 to 1998
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This 60 page paper considers the mitigating factors that have redefined trade between the United States and Germany since reunification. This paper provides a brief historical view of the changes that have occurred over the past two decades, as well as the significant economic and legal reforms that have been put in place since 1990. This paper not only identifies the major players and the determining factors that have shaped economic change, but have also determined the link between the emerging status of the European Union and the importance for impacting trade between the reunified Germany and the United States. Bibliography lists 50 sources.
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15 Flags Over Euroland - The Risk of the Nation-State
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7 pages in length, this paper argues the thesis that a total unification of Europe is not possible due to the diversity and national pride of the members of the European Union. This paper traces the history of Europe from the days of ancient Greece to the balance of power achieved between France and England following the Reformation to underscore the cultural tribalism of the countries of Europe. Also included is a comparison between the United States of America and the unification the European Union hopes to achieve. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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European Union: Foreign Affairs and Security
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A 5 page paper which discusses the various conditions involving the foreign affairs and security of the European Union. The positive and negative sides of the European Union's involvement are illustrated in an attempt to see whether Europe is strong or merely a monster with no teeth. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Foreign Direct Investment In The European Union
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An 8 page paper discussing foreign direct investment in the European Union and what policy changes could or should be made. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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France and Luxembourg in the European Union
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A 7 page paper discussing the advantages and disadvantages of membership in the European Union for these two countries, emphasizing the first few months of euro trading. Luxembourg never has been large enough either in size or wealth to be considered as a 'power' of Europe, but like the businessman who finds a niche and fills it, Luxembourg appears to be poised to gather great gains from EU membership. France has other issues with which to deal. The national ideology is so different from much of the rest of Europe that France likely will have difficulties adjusting, but the promise of greater economic prosperity will make any necessary transition less painful for them. Bibliography lists 8 sources. KS-EU99.doc
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International Co-Operation;
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This 5 page paper is in two parts. The first part of the paper considers whether international co-operation is every truly possible or if trust will not ever extend to anything more than trading issues. The second part of the paper considers the role of conflict and the resulting realisation that co-operation is more profitable than conflict. Throughout the paper the European Union is used as an example. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
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The Amsterdam Treaty
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(5 pp) The Amsterdam Treaty significantly addresses previous deep seated democratic deficiencies found in previous European Community Law making. These include stronger citizen redress, further protection of individual rights, and directly addressing the need for more innovative employment strategies within the European Union. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The European Investment Bank
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the creation of the European Investment Bank as well as the role it plays within the purview of international banking. The bank's relationship with the European Union (EU) is also discussed in detail. This historical reference is supplemented by recent actions taken by the enormous institution. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The European Union -- Is It More Powerful than Its Member Nations?
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This 7 page report discusses whether or not the new power and primacy of the European Union will ultimately outshine the sovereignty of the EU's independent nation-members. Numerous factors relating to modern Europe cause any political scientist or student of European history to wonder how long this 'union' will hold and what will be its ultimate outcomes. Therefore, it would be truly foolish to only study the politics and attitudes of the Union without also studying the national origins that shaped many of those same attitudes. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The European Union: Its History and Relevance of the British Competition Law
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A 7 page review of the history of the European Union and its specific impacts. Concentrates on the impacts of the Union in Britain and discusses its various spinoffs such as the British Competition Bill. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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