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Meant as a series of amendments to the Maastricht Treaty and the Treaty of Rome, the Lisbon Treaty made the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights legally binding and increased the power of the EU parliament and institutions.

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Ukraine Could Join EU By 2030 - Johanna Geron / REUTERS

Ukraine Could Join EU By 2030 - Johanna Geron / REUTERS

Interview with European Council President Charles Michel Ukraine Could Join EU By 2030

The president of the powerful European Council would like to see Ukraine become an EU member state as soon as possible. In an interview, Charles Michel says that although it won't be easy, Brussels can't afford to lose any more time. Interview Conducted By Markus Becker

EU Leaders to Sidestep Lisbon Treaty Rule - European Commission

EU Leaders to Sidestep Lisbon Treaty Rule - European Commission

Commission Reduction EU Leaders to Sidestep Lisbon Treaty Rule

The Lisbon Treaty clearly intends for the size of the European Commission to be reduced below its present size of 27 members. But EU leaders have reached unanimous agreement to sidestep the provision -- and even plan to add a seat to the table for the Croatians. Von Christoph Schult

Giving People a Say in the European Union - A2800 epa Robert Ghement/ dpa

Giving People a Say in the European Union - A2800 epa Robert Ghement/ dpa

(In)Direct Democracy Giving People a Say in the European Union

The European Union recently launched its brand new citizens' initiative program and already there are several groups busily gathering signatures across the Continent. While the move is a bold experiment in direct democracy, many say it is too cumbersome to work. Von Caille Millner

The Struggle to Give the European Parliament Clout - © Vincent Kessler / Reuters/ REUTERS

The Struggle to Give the European Parliament Clout - © Vincent Kessler / Reuters/ REUTERS

Shaking Things Up in the EU The Struggle to Give the European Parliament Clout

As the weakest of the EU's three major institutions, the European Parliament has often been viewed as little more than a rubber stamp for the others. But Martin Schulz, the German Social Democrat who will become its president next week, plans to change that -- and he's not afraid of ruffling feathers in the process. Von Christoph Hickmann und Christoph Schult

Britain Looks for Allies among the EU 26 - POOL/ REUTERS

Britain Looks for Allies among the EU 26 - POOL/ REUTERS

Will They Waver? Britain Looks for Allies among the EU 26

Having vetoed his way into isolation at last week's European Union summit, British Prime Minister David Cameron is now looking for allies. And there are indications he might find them. The Czech Republic and Hungary on Thursday agreed that tight fiscal rules should only apply to euro-zone members.

'Cameron Has Shed UK's Claim to a Leading EU Role' - Video Grab/ dpa

'Cameron Has Shed UK's Claim to a Leading EU Role' - Video Grab/ dpa

The World from Berlin 'Cameron Has Shed UK's Claim to a Leading EU Role'

British Prime Minister David Cameron may have done his best to defend his EU veto before parliament on Monday. But many have begun grumbling that the premier's appearance in Brussels was little more than a comedy of errors. German commentators say it could have far-reaching consequences.

Four Ideas to Save the Common Currency - PICHI CHUANG/ REUTERS

Four Ideas to Save the Common Currency - PICHI CHUANG/ REUTERS

Fateful Day for Europe Four Ideas to Save the Common Currency

European Union leaders will be gathering in Brussels on Thursday and Friday for one of the most anticipated EU summits ever. Some say that the very survival of the common currency is at stake. But even as Germany's Angela Merkel will be focused on stricter budget rules, several other proposals are also on the table. SPIEGEL ONLINE provides an overview. Von Charles Hawley

How the EU Can Emerge from the Ashes - AFP/ NASA

How the EU Can Emerge from the Ashes - AFP/ NASA

Phoenix Europe How the EU Can Emerge from the Ashes

The old European Union didn't work, that much has been made clear by the ongoing debt crisis. But many in Europe think there is now a clear path to a new, more integrated -- and smaller -- bloc. What must happen first? Greater democracy and less nation-state sovereignty. By SPIEGEL Staff

Berlin Lays Groundwork for a Two-Speed Europe - Trago/ Getty Images

Berlin Lays Groundwork for a Two-Speed Europe - Trago/ Getty Images

Divide and Rescue Berlin Lays Groundwork for a Two-Speed Europe

Chancellor Angela Merkel has always rejected a two-track Europe. But with the euro crisis persisting, Berlin is now considering far-reaching new powers for the Euro Group -- to the detriment of the European Commission. Could it work? By SPIEGEL Staff

Euro Bonds Would Cost Germany Billions - Frank Rumpenhorst/ dpa

Euro Bonds Would Cost Germany Billions - Frank Rumpenhorst/ dpa

Government Analysis Euro Bonds Would Cost Germany Billions

Many prominent politicians are calling for the introduction of jointly issued euro bonds to help combat the European debt crisis. But research conducted by the German government suggests that the bonds would face tough legal challenges, and would cost Germany billions in additional borrowing costs.

The Need for a Centralization of Power - Philippe Wojazer/ ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Need for a Centralization of Power - Philippe Wojazer/ ASSOCIATED PRESS

Democratization Can't Save Europe The Need for a Centralization of Power

Despite the myriad problems currently facing the European Union, democratization is not the answer. Rather, the EU's elites need to improve -- and power has to be taken away from the periphery. Von Herfried Münkler

Hungary Poses a Serious Challenge for the EU - Balazs Mohai/ dpa

Hungary Poses a Serious Challenge for the EU - Balazs Mohai/ dpa

Opinion Hungary Poses a Serious Challenge for the EU

The Hungarian government has introduced a set of new laws restraining the media and a "crisis tax" on investors, the latest in a series of profoundly illiberal power grabs. There can be no doubt that Hungary poses a very serious challenge for the European Union. Now Europe must defend its principles. Von Constanze Stelzenmüller

Chancellor Merkel Gets Her Way in Brussels - JOHN THYS/ AFP

Chancellor Merkel Gets Her Way in Brussels - JOHN THYS/ AFP

Euro Crisis Summit Chancellor Merkel Gets Her Way in Brussels

German Chancellor Angela Merkel had been heavily criticized in the run-up to this week's European summit in Brussels. But on Thursday, she got what she wanted -- a change to the Lisbon Treaty allowing future measures to combat currency crises. But will it be enough? Von Carsten Volkery

Merkel Defends Tough Stance on Euro Bailouts - Boris Roessler / dpa

Merkel Defends Tough Stance on Euro Bailouts - Boris Roessler / dpa

Sovereign Debt in the EU Merkel Defends Tough Stance on Euro Bailouts

German Chancellor Angela Merkel defended her demands for tough new bailout rules on Monday by telling her party she was determined to create a new "culture of stability" in Europe. But other EU leaders are warning that her plan is scaring investors and could reignite the euro crisis.

European Press Wary of Lisbon Treaty Reform - dapd

European Press Wary of Lisbon Treaty Reform - dapd

Merkel's Euro Gamble European Press Wary of Lisbon Treaty Reform

Why decide to revise the Lisbon Treaty, which only came into effect last year? The decision by the European Union's 27 member states has left the European editorialists far from impressed. One paper asks why the EU must always satisfy Germany's whims?

EU Agrees to Merkel's Controversial Euro Reforms - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

EU Agrees to Merkel's Controversial Euro Reforms - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

Brussels Summit EU Agrees to Merkel's Controversial Euro Reforms

Angela Merkel's controversial ideas for a new bailout mechanism in the euro zone have been accepted by EU leaders. She may have lost friends, both at home and abroad, but her vision for a long-term plan to manage sovereign debt crises will be adopted in Brussels -- even if it requires "small" changes to the Lisbon Treaty.

The Iron Chancellor in the Euro Trap - TOBIAS SCHWARZ/ REUTERS

The Iron Chancellor in the Euro Trap - TOBIAS SCHWARZ/ REUTERS

Merkel at the EU Summit The Iron Chancellor in the Euro Trap

It's evoking bitter memories of the Greek crisis. Once again, Angela Merkel is portraying herself as a true champion of a stable euro. Now the resolute chancellor will have to deliver at the European Union summit. In the wake of the German-French "Deauville Deal," though, she could face an embarrassing setback.

'There Is A Dangerous Economic Imbalance in Europe' - dapd

'There Is A Dangerous Economic Imbalance in Europe' - dapd

The World from Berlin 'There Is A Dangerous Economic Imbalance in Europe'

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has defended the Franco-German plan to push for a change to the Lisbon Treaty ahead of this week's summit. German editorialists back the need for reform but some are uneasy about the way Berlin is flexing its muscles.

A Change for the Better in Europe - LIONEL CIRONNEAU/ AP

A Change for the Better in Europe - LIONEL CIRONNEAU/ AP

Welcoming the Lisbon Treaty A Change for the Better in Europe

It took almost a decade. But on Tuesday, the Lisbon Treaty finally goes into effect. In a contribution for SPIEGEL ONLINE, European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek writes that a new era of European democracy has begun.

Europe's Bumbling Search for an International Voice - PHILIPPE HUGUEN/ AFP

Europe's Bumbling Search for an International Voice - PHILIPPE HUGUEN/ AFP

Lisbon Treaty Reforms Europe's Bumbling Search for an International Voice

With the Lisbon Treaty soon to become reality, the European Union is struggling to find a president and a foreign minister. The dream of an EU diplomatic service is within grasp, but will it make a difference? Members of the European Parliament are already warning of a "bureaucratic monster." Von Hans-Jürgen Schlamp

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