A concise PPT on the European Union's key info.

1. European Union
L. Linzitto 2013/2014

2. EU Map

3. EU Map

4. EU Symbols
The 12 stars in a circle symbolise the ideals of
unity, solidarity and harmony among the peoples of
Europe. The EU adopted its flag in 1983.
The melody used to symbolise theEU
comes from the Ninth Symphony
composed in 1823 by Ludwig Van
Beethoven.

5. EU Symbols
The ideas behind the European Union were first put
forward on 9 May 1950. This is why 9 May is celebrated
as a key date for the EU.
"United in diversity" is the motto of the European Union.
it means work for peace and prosperity, while at the
same time being enriched by the continent's many
different cultures, traditions and languages.

6. Member Countries
Austria 1995 Hungary 2004 Slovenia
2004
Belgium 1952 Ireland1973 Spain
1986
Bulgaria 2007 Italy 1952 Sweden
1995
Croatia 2013 Latvia 2004 United
Kingdom 1973
Cyprus 2004 Lithuania 2004
Czech Republic 2004 Luxembourg 1952
Denmark 1973 Malta 2004
Estonia 2004 Netherlands 1953
Finland 1995 Poland 2004
France 1952 Portugal 1986
Germany 1952 Romania 2007
Greece 1981 Slovakia 2004

7. Member Countries

8. The Euro
It is the official currency of the EU, but not all countries use the euro.
The countries that don’t use the euro are:
● Bulgaria
● Croatia
● Czech Republic
● Denmark
● Hungary
● Latwa
● Lithuania
● Polland
● Romania
● Sweden
● UK

9. The Euro
A single currency offers many advantages,
such as eliminating fluctuating exchange rates
and costs at global level.
The euro gives the EU more clout, as it is the
second most important international currency
after the US dollar.