European Union (EU)
Definition
The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member countries in Europe. It aims to promote peace, stability, and prosperity among its member states through cooperation and integration.
Analogy
Think of the European Union like a soccer team. Each country is like a player on the team, working together to achieve common goals and win matches. Just as players come together under one team, EU member countries come together under one organization to work towards shared objectives.
Related terms
European Commission: The executive body of the EU responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing policies.
European Council: A forum where EU leaders meet to set the overall direction and priorities of the EU.
European Parliament: The directly elected institution of the EU representing citizens' interests at the European level.
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