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According to the text, which principle guides the EU's action on the international scene?
According to the text, which principle guides the EU's action on the international scene?
- Democracy, the rule of law, and human rights (correct)
- Economic prosperity and trade liberalization
- Military intervention and security alliances
- Sovereignty and non-interference
Which article of the TEU defines who can belong to the Union of values?
Which article of the TEU defines who can belong to the Union of values?
- Article 7
- Article 2 (correct)
- Article 3
- Article 49
What is the basis for assessing whether candidate countries make progress on the values of the EU?
What is the basis for assessing whether candidate countries make progress on the values of the EU?
- Economic growth and trade agreements
- Respect for international law and sovereignty
- Adherence to military alliances and defense cooperation
- Commitment to promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms (correct)
Which of the following is considered a value in the EU Treaties?
Which of the following is considered a value in the EU Treaties?
According to the text, which principle is not considered a value in the EU Treaties?
According to the text, which principle is not considered a value in the EU Treaties?
What does Article 7(1) and (2) TEU refer to?
What does Article 7(1) and (2) TEU refer to?
Which tool is used for infringement actions by the European Commission against Member States?
Which tool is used for infringement actions by the European Commission against Member States?
What do preliminary references from national courts to the CJEU refer to?
What do preliminary references from national courts to the CJEU refer to?
Which principle is mentioned in the text as a challenge of enforcement prior to accession?
Which principle is mentioned in the text as a challenge of enforcement prior to accession?
What does Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2020/2092 relate to?
What does Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2020/2092 relate to?
What principle is emphasized in Article 3 TEU?
What principle is emphasized in Article 3 TEU?
What does Article 49 TEU pertain to?
What does Article 49 TEU pertain to?
Which of the following values is NOT listed in Article 2 TEU as a fundamental value of the European Union?
Which of the following values is NOT listed in Article 2 TEU as a fundamental value of the European Union?
How many values are explicitly mentioned in Article 2 TEU as fundamental values of the European Union?
How many values are explicitly mentioned in Article 2 TEU as fundamental values of the European Union?
According to Article 2 TEU, which of the following is considered common to the Member States of the European Union?
According to Article 2 TEU, which of the following is considered common to the Member States of the European Union?
Which treaty inserted the values listed in Article 2 TEU?
Which treaty inserted the values listed in Article 2 TEU?
Which of the following was previously referred to as 'principles' in EU treaties before being included as values in Article 2 TEU?
Which of the following was previously referred to as 'principles' in EU treaties before being included as values in Article 2 TEU?
What is the significance of the values listed in Article 2 TEU for the European Union?
What is the significance of the values listed in Article 2 TEU for the European Union?
Which of the following is NOT among the fundamental values of the European Union according to Article 2 TEU?
Which of the following is NOT among the fundamental values of the European Union according to Article 2 TEU?
What term was used for some of the values included in Article 2 TEU prior to their formal recognition as fundamental values?
What term was used for some of the values included in Article 2 TEU prior to their formal recognition as fundamental values?
'The Union is founded on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights.' According to this statement, which value is not explicitly mentioned in Article 2 TEU?
'The Union is founded on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights.' According to this statement, which value is not explicitly mentioned in Article 2 TEU?
'The EU is a 'values missionary' - how 'European' or how 'universal' are they?' What is the main focus of this question?
'The EU is a 'values missionary' - how 'European' or how 'universal' are they?' What is the main focus of this question?
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Study Notes
Guiding Principles and Values
- The EU's action on the international scene is guided by the principle of democracy.
- Article 2 TEU defines who can belong to the Union of values, emphasizing respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
Values and Principles
- Progress on EU values is assessed based on candidate countries' adherence to these principles.
- The EU Treaties consider democracy, equality, and human rights as values.
- The principle of solidarity is not considered a value in the EU Treaties.
Enforcement and Infringement
- Article 7(1) and (2) TEU refer to the procedure for determining the existence of a clear risk of a serious breach of EU values.
- The European Commission uses infringement actions against Member States for non-compliance.
- Preliminary references from national courts to the CJEU refer to the clarification of EU law.
Challenges and Emphasis
- The principle of enforcement is a challenge prior to accession.
- Article 3 TEU emphasizes the principle of democracy.
- Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2020/2092 relates to budgetary discipline.
Accession and Fundamental Values
- Article 49 TEU pertains to the accession of new Member States.
- The value of solidarity is not listed in Article 2 TEU as a fundamental value of the EU.
- Six values are explicitly mentioned in Article 2 TEU as fundamental values of the European Union.
- The values listed in Article 2 TEU are common to the Member States.
- The Lisbon Treaty inserted the values listed in Article 2 TEU.
- Some of the values included in Article 2 TEU were previously referred to as 'principles' in EU treaties.
- The values listed in Article 2 TEU are significant for the EU's identity and unity.
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