C/E/231. System of European economic governance

The paper critically evaluates the statement that the system of European economic governance based on three pillars (the internal market, the Euro, and the European common budget) can be a model for multilateral economic governance. The background of the European Union is described; each of the pillars is analysed highlighting associated problems.

C/B/520. Is commercial property market in Lithuania still growing?

The commercial property market in Lithuania has a lot of potential. There are a number of sectors that are currently underdeveloped and are expected to bring high returns to foreign investors such as warehouse development. Economically the country has been growing strongly for the last few years, and is expected to continue this growth in the future. The country has a number of comparative advantages that will assist the commercial property sector, such as low relative labour costs, availability of labour and potentially high standards of the work force. Despite the risk of not being able to join the Euro in 2007 due to higher levels of inflation than that set by the European Union, it was argued that the levels of inflation are still relatively low and are unlikely to affect foreign investor decision to invest in the commercial property market. Finally, the work shows that Vilnius is not the only city that has high potential returns for commercial property investors. Nearby regions as well as the largest cities, such as Kaunas, are now attracting a lot of construction work to suit the increasing demand. Despite all of the projects and increasing rent prices, the vacancy capacity in the majority of the commercial property sectors still remains zero, which in turn is a good sign to investors to start building in Lithuania.

P/E/276. Political and economic implications of European enlargement

The paper examines the impacts of EU expansion reviewing political science theories and commenting on the geopolitical interests of the Central and East European Countries (CEEC). Economic implications of the European enlargement are discussed including GDP growth, increased competition, institutional adjustment, job opportunities, budget issues, etc.

P/E/168. The European Central Bank and Price Stability within EMU

The paper investigates the European Central Bank's effectiveness in maintaining price stability within the EMU

P/E/146. THE MAASTRICHT TREATY

This paper summarises the implications of the Maastricht criteria and presents alternatives where required

P/E/141. European Economic Integration: Monetary and Fiscal Policy within European Monetary Union (EMU)

The paper explains the relationship between the European Central Bank (ECB) and the central banks of those countries which have adopted the Euro. Whilst explaining how the ECB controls the money supply, the paper also explains why it has little control over the money supply in any individual member country. Furthermore, the paper gives a clear explanation of the Pact for Stability and Growth (SGP) (1996 to present) and also the paper uses the Gartner two country adaptation of the IS/LM model to argue that expansionary monetary policy is preferable to expansionary fiscal policy. Despite the logic of the argument in previous part of the paper, it critically discusses why some countries seem to ignore this pact and to what extent this can be justified by economic arguments

P/E/139. Lobbing in EU: the Case of Electricity Liberalisation

The paper reviews the relationships between large companies and trade associations in the EU lobbying landscape from the point of view of a case study on electricity liberalisation

P/E/117. Presentation. UK Manufacturing: Impact of Globalisation and European Union

The power point presentation presents the analysis of impacts of globalisation and EU on UK manufacturing

S/E/27. Analyse the problems to be likely experienced by the countries which to most of their foreign trade with nations in the Single European Currency area but which do not adopt the Euro as their own national currency.

This essay presents the analysis of the problems to be likely experienced by the countries which to most of their foreign trade with nations in the Single European Currency area but which do not adopt the Euro as their own national currency. From their decision not to join in the Euro many businesses will be affected in these countries. UK was selected to describe the problems to be likely experienced by this country which do most of their foreign trade with nations in the Single European Currency area.

P/E/85. Single European Market: How Successful It Has Been So Far?

The paper analyses the Single European Market from the two points of view: whether the Single European Markets in place; and whether it brought any successful results.

S/E/23. Should Britain have joined the European single currency in 1999?

This essay discusses, in detail, the pros and cons of Britain joining the euro. It discusses the impact that the euro will have on the British economy, politics and business. The following factors with regards to the euro are discussed in this essay: interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, trade, foreign investment, jobs and our national identity. The essay finishes with a conclusion on whether Britain should join the euro or not.

P/E/72. Dissertation. The impact of EURO towards the French People

The purpose of the thesis is to identify the major attitudes of French People towards the EURO. Also the dissertation discusses the theories of EU, defines the EURO, and explains the reasons for France to join the EU. (Further information is available on request)

S/E/22. Has the creation of the Single European Market (SEM) been a political success?

It is not a recent idea than creating a European common market, based on the free movement of goods, persons, services and capital. In fact it was born with the Rome treaty in 1957. Since the creation in 1951 of the European Coal and Steal Community on functional initiatives to maintain peace, European Integration has become a major concern for more and more European countries, in order to achieve an "ever closer union", which could eventually lead to a federal Europe. This paper gives an "evaluation" of the Single Market success (particularly the political side) and its limits.

S/E/37. Should The UK Adopt The Single Currency?

This essay gives the reader an introduction the single European Currency and its origins. It provides a brief look at countries that have already adopted the single currency and the implications. The essay moves on to look in particular at the UK, concentrating on the pros and cons of a Single European Currency in regards to consumer, political, economic and business & Trade issues.

C/E/10. Is it correct to view the single currency as a move too far in the process of European Integration?

Conclusion
It could be argued, that EU with its single currency is following the steps of Former Soviet Union. Not exactly, but in general terms. Taking from the wealthy and giving to the poor å isnt it the lesson we have learned? In my opinion introduction of the single European currency is the move too far. European Integration would have been progressing anyway, but such standardisation could lead towards significant economic problems. Many people learn from the success of its opponent: USA Dollar, but US federal budget, through its direct taxation and expenditure powers, exerts a powerful stabilising influence on the varied states and regions of the USA, which EU is not able to do yet.

P/E/12. 'As the only directly elected European Institution is the European Parliament, the European Union cannot be described as democratic.' Discuss

Conclusion
As has been mentioned, the momentum generated by key leaders is seen as almost impossible to oppose in the EP. The alternatives to the EU system in place at the moment are to strengthen the powers of the EP, directly elect the executive or adopt swiss-style referendums. All these systems though more democratic by definition have their own problems. The first two options would clash with the multi-party nature of the EU, which at the moment contains more flexible groups than are required in forming majority governments. The third option is a valid way to take the larger decisions of the EU to the people, though it could be argued the thrust of the politics would still be decided by the elites of Council and Commission. Certainly, the less the people of Europe feel they have a say in how they're governed by the EU, the less likely the EU is to gain the popularity it hungers.

P/E/25. European regulation and investigation of how supermarkets responded on regulatory change.

Conclusion
The supermarket sector is regulated by a great many factions and organizations all of which have different interests and agendas. As a result the development of regulation is often an expensive, burecratic and time consuming process. This is due to the nature of Europe s dispersed democratic structure. Democracy itself could be held largely responsible, because it allows the formulation of an unlimited number of interest groups, which with enough members and campaigns are capable of becoming players in the development of regulation. The situation is intensified further because of the U.K relationship with Europe . On many occasions this relationship has resulted in conflict of interests and defiance of E.U law. There are various ways these problems can be countered though none at present appear to be favoured by the majority of the British public. The options available are 1. Sever all links with the E.U. This would give the British government complete control of regulatory policy meaning decisions would be quicker as the E.U would have no control over regulation. However this decision could result in a significant reduction of trade with E.U nations. This would most likely leave the U.K economy unstable. Another option would be to give greater power to the E.U this would allow compatibility amongst E.U states and would result in greater compliance with E.U regulation. (This appears to be the direction the British government favours. This is illustrated by Mr Blairs readiness to hold a referendum as concerns the single European currency. At present opinion polls suggest this is not favoured by the British Public, however it is highly possible that opinion will change in response to Blairs impending pro euro campaign.)

P/E/35. Single European currency: advantages and disadvantages; British perspective: reasons for and against joining single currency.

At the moment the Euro is becoming more and more popular in Britain and this popularity is expected to grow. So for example the number of shops that accept the Euro as mentioned above will increase. So even Britain's population will slowly get used to the currency and the percentage of the population who favour the Euro will probably grow, too. The Euro will become a currency in Britain; the decision to make is thus only, if it should be the official and only currency or if it will be only accepted besides the Sterling. As having two currencies is expensive and confusing, the better choice for Britain would be to say good-bye to the Pound and welcome the Euro. So it can be deduced that Britain will have to decide for joining the European Union in the next years.

P/E/41. Economics of the European Union (EU). What barriers must be removed in the European Union to ensure the free movement of goods? Explain how this will help trade between member States? How has the standardisation of fiscal policy helped establish the single market? Explain how the European Social Policy has attempted to ensure citizens can work and provide services in a Member State within the European Union. What restrictions do exist within the European Union, with regards to the free movement concept of the Single European Market?

This report looked at the barriers that must be removed to ensure the free movement of goods and how the standardisation off fiscal policy has aided the establishment of Europe's single market. Also it gave some degree of understanding as to how the European Social Policy has given citizens the right to both work and provide services in another Member State. Finally, it would state the restrictions that exist in relation to the free movement concept of the European Union.

S/E/14. European Monetary Union and Optimum Currency Areas combined with an IS/LM framework

This essay draws on the theory of optimum currency areas (OCA) to provide the arguments for and against fixed and flexible exchange rates. Currently stimulated by issues of global currency crises and European Monetary Union, there is a tremendous resurgence of interest in using the theory of OCA to analyse exchange rate issues. Several arguments such as asymmetry and types of shocks, factor mobility and fiscal adjustments have been indicated as crucial in the assessment of whether a set of countries should relinquish the exchange rate as an instrument of adjustment in favour of a fixed exchange regime. This essay will investigate the key criteria countries must consider when determining whether to adopt a fixed or flexible system. The analysis will then move to the underlying assumptions that sustain each regime.

P/E/50. Latin America and European Community

The purpose of the essay is to identify the significance of Latin America to the EU and of EU to Latin America. Moreover, the essay identified the main factors that bounded the relations between EU and Latin America.

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