The European Community as a Federal State

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The thesis argues that the European Community functions as a self-standing federal state lacking sufficient political power due to member states retaining key competencies in Foreign, Defence, and Monetary Policy. It identifies the Community's structural elements akin to established federations like Germany and Canada, highlighting its potential to fulfill federal responsibilities. Despite improvements in democratic participation and the expansion of the European Parliament's powers, essential areas remain under national control. The work advocates for transferring these competencies to enhance the Community's international bargaining power and economic effectiveness.