The debate about the EU's institutional future is accelerating rapidly. It is to be welcomed that in this crucial phase, the Franco-German engine is producing additional drive. The latest proposal which comes out of the meeting between Gerhard Schröder and Jacques Chirac is, however, a weak compromise and risks missing the opportunity for real democratic reform in the EU.
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Already a member? Login hereLisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.
Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.