By surface area, France is the largest EU country and Malta the smallest.Five of the six founders of the EU—Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium—are in the top 10 biggest economies of the EU.The EU three, also known as EU big three, EU triumvirate, EU trio or simply E3, refers to France, Germany and Italy, a group that consists of the three large founding members of the European Union.
What is the most powerful part of EU : The European Commission represents the common interests of the EU and is the EU's main executive body. It uses its 'right of initiative' to put forward proposals for new laws, which are scrutinised and adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.
Why is Norway not in the EU
A major issue for Norway is its fishing resources, which are a significant part of the national economy and which would come under the Common Fisheries Policy if Norway were to accede to the EU. Norway has high GNP per capita, and would have to pay a high membership fee.
Who is trying to join the EU : There are nine recognised candidates for membership of the European Union: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, and Ukraine.
The European Union's GDP is estimated to be $19.35 trillion (nominal) in 2024 or $26.64 trillion (PPP), representing around one-sixth of the global economy. Germany has the biggest national GDP of all EU countries, followed by France and Italy.
France
France is the most visited country within Europe, attracting an impressive 81,411,000 foreign sightseers each year – more than any other country in the world. You will find in Paris, the capital, iconic structures such as the Louvre and Eiffel Tower.
Who is the EU top leader
President of the European Commission
Incumbent Ursula von der Leyen since 1 December 2019
European Commission
Style
President
Status
Chief Executive
GDP of European countries in 2022. With a Gross Domestic Product of over 3.87 trillion Euros, the German economy was by far the largest in Europe in 2022. The similar-sized economies of the United Kingdom and France were the second and third largest economies in Europe during this year, followed by Italy and Spain.The three most powerful members of the European Union — France, Italy and Germany — as well as the United Kingdom are referred to as the Big Four of Western Europe. They are major European powers and the only EU countries individually represented as full members of the G7, the G8, and the G20.
Ukraine. With a per capita GNI of $3,540, Ukraine is the poorest country in Europe as of 2020.
Georgia. Georgia posted a GNI per capita of $4,290 in 2020, lower than any European country except Ukraine.
Kosovo.
Moldova.
Albania.
North Macedonia.
Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Belarus.
Is Slovakia in the European Union : Slovakia joined the European Union in 2004 and adopted the euro on 1 January 2009.
Will Norway ever join the EU : Also saw Norwegians voting against EU membership albeit by a closer margin. Since then Nori has not actively pursued full membership.
Which country is most likely to join the EU
Montenegro and Serbia, the most advanced candidates, are expected to join earlier than the others. Due to multiple factors, talks with Turkey are at an effective standstill. The accession criteria are included in the Copenhagen criteria, agreed in 1993, and the Treaty of Maastricht (Article 49).
Current candidate countries are: Albania. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Georgia.
1- Ukraine. Ukraine is currently facing significant economic challenges that have contributed to its status as the poorest country in Europe in 2024.
2- Moldova. Moldova is currently the second poorest country in Europe as of 2024.
3- North Macedonia.
4- Albania.
5- Belarus.
6-Bosnia and Herzegovina.
7- Serbia.
8- Montenegro.
Who funds the EU the most : Germany’s
In 2021 Germany's contribution to the budget of the European Union was more than 33 billion Euros, the highest of any EU member state. France was the next highest contributor at 26 billion Euros. followed by Italy at 18 billion Euros and Spain at 12.7 billion Euros.
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By surface area, France is the largest EU country and Malta the smallest.Five of the six founders of the EU—Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium—are in the top 10 biggest economies of the EU.The EU three, also known as EU big three, EU triumvirate, EU trio or simply E3, refers to France, Germany and Italy, a group that consists of the three large founding members of the European Union.
What is the most powerful part of EU : The European Commission represents the common interests of the EU and is the EU's main executive body. It uses its 'right of initiative' to put forward proposals for new laws, which are scrutinised and adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.
Why is Norway not in the EU
A major issue for Norway is its fishing resources, which are a significant part of the national economy and which would come under the Common Fisheries Policy if Norway were to accede to the EU. Norway has high GNP per capita, and would have to pay a high membership fee.
Who is trying to join the EU : There are nine recognised candidates for membership of the European Union: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, and Ukraine.
The European Union's GDP is estimated to be $19.35 trillion (nominal) in 2024 or $26.64 trillion (PPP), representing around one-sixth of the global economy. Germany has the biggest national GDP of all EU countries, followed by France and Italy.
France
France is the most visited country within Europe, attracting an impressive 81,411,000 foreign sightseers each year – more than any other country in the world. You will find in Paris, the capital, iconic structures such as the Louvre and Eiffel Tower.
Who is the EU top leader
GDP of European countries in 2022. With a Gross Domestic Product of over 3.87 trillion Euros, the German economy was by far the largest in Europe in 2022. The similar-sized economies of the United Kingdom and France were the second and third largest economies in Europe during this year, followed by Italy and Spain.The three most powerful members of the European Union — France, Italy and Germany — as well as the United Kingdom are referred to as the Big Four of Western Europe. They are major European powers and the only EU countries individually represented as full members of the G7, the G8, and the G20.
Is Slovakia in the European Union : Slovakia joined the European Union in 2004 and adopted the euro on 1 January 2009.
Will Norway ever join the EU : Also saw Norwegians voting against EU membership albeit by a closer margin. Since then Nori has not actively pursued full membership.
Which country is most likely to join the EU
Montenegro and Serbia, the most advanced candidates, are expected to join earlier than the others. Due to multiple factors, talks with Turkey are at an effective standstill. The accession criteria are included in the Copenhagen criteria, agreed in 1993, and the Treaty of Maastricht (Article 49).
Current candidate countries are: Albania. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Georgia.
Who funds the EU the most : Germany’s
In 2021 Germany's contribution to the budget of the European Union was more than 33 billion Euros, the highest of any EU member state. France was the next highest contributor at 26 billion Euros. followed by Italy at 18 billion Euros and Spain at 12.7 billion Euros.