European Union Institutions

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What is the European Parliament?

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The institution that directly represents the citizens of the EU, with members elected by universal suffrage every five years, sharing legislative and budgetary functions with the Council of the European Union.

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What is the role of the European Council?

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It brings together the heads of state or government of the member states, defining the general political directions and priorities of the EU without exercising legislative functions.

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What is the Council of the European Union (Council of Ministers)?

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Composed of ministers from member states' governments, it adopts legislation and coordinates EU policies, depending on the subject being discussed.

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What does the European Commission do?

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It is the executive body of the EU that proposes new laws, manages EU policies and budget, and ensures enforcement of European legislation, composed of one commissioner from each member country.

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What is the function of the Court of Justice of the European Union?

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It ensures uniform interpretation and application of EU legislation across member states, resolves legal disputes between national governments and EU institutions, and can be consulted by individuals or organizations.

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It manages the euro, defines and implements the EU's monetary policy with the goal of maintaining price stability, and oversees the stability of the financial system and inflation.

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What is the role of the European Central Bank (ECB)?

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What does the European Court of Auditors do?

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It monitors the proper use of EU funds, works to improve financial management of the EU, and reports fraud or irregularities, although it does not have legal powers.

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European Parliament 🏛️

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It is responsible for passing EU laws, approving the EU budget, and supervising other EU institutions.

The members are directly elected by citizens of EU member states every 5 years.

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2. European Council 🌍

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 It consists of the heads of state or government of EU countries, the European Council President, and the European Commission President.

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European Commission

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It proposes new laws, manages EU policies, and ensures EU laws are applied.

There is one Commissioner from each EU country, totaling 27 Commissioners.

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