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THE EUROPEAN UNIONLesson 2
Where in the world is the European Union?
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Where in the world is the EU?
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Member States
Combined population ofEU Member States
Percent of world’spopulation
Percent of global GDP
56Percent of combinedworldwide OfficialDevelopment Assistance
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*Countries shaded gray are candidates for EU membership
500 million people
27 countries
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Population in millions, 2009
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EU Population in the World
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Area of the EU compared to the rest of the world
Surface area, 1 000 km²EU China Japan Russia United States
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Surface area in 1 000 km²
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Population of the EU countries
Population in millions,
500 million total in 2009
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Over 50 Years of EU Integration
Enlargement has:
• Inspired reforms and consolidated common principles of liberty, democracy, respect for human rights, fundamental freedoms, the rule of law, and market economy.
• Enhanced the EU’s weight in the world and made it a stronger and more attractive international partner.
1957 2009
Member States 6 27
Population 174 million 500 million
Languages 4 23
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“Enlargement has been a success story
for the European Union and Europe
as a whole. It has helped to overcome
the division of Europe and
contributed to peace and stability
throughout the continent.”
European Council Declaration Dec. 15, 2006