Tomorrow the European Parliament will vote on a draft amendment to the European Treaties that would reshape the Union into a federation. In this scenario, member states could lose the veto and some might see reductions in their commissioner seats.
Tomorrow the European Parliament’s Committee on Constitutional Affairs is set to decide on the same draft amendment. The proposed change envisions turning the European Union into a federation where the rights of individual member states to veto decisions would be curtailed and some states could see changes to their representation in Brussels.
The communication circulating in political circles suggests that a 15-member executive branch would replace the current Commission. This executive would potentially assume a broad range of powers, including foreign policy, defense, energy, and possibly education and forest management, placing more authority in a centralized Brussels-led structure.
Such a centralized model has led to comparisons with dystopian governance as described in classic literature. Critics argue that it would place extensive control over everyday life in the hands of a centralized body in Brussels, reshaping sovereignty and regional autonomy across the Union.
Supporters of the proposal say the aim is to streamline decision making and create a more coherent, unified approach to common challenges. They argue that a stronger central authority could ensure consistent policy across member states and improve the effectiveness of the EU on the global stage.
Observers highlight that the plan could alter the balance between national sovereignty and EU-level governance. In this vision, the role of individual countries would be adjusted, potentially reducing direct control over many policy areas and increasing reliance on centralized EU institutions for major strategic decisions.
Proponents of increased Brussels-led governance cite the need for faster responses to geopolitical shifts and energy security concerns. They emphasize that a more centralized framework could enhance coordination on diplomacy, defense, and strategic sectors critical to the Union’s resilience.
Critics warn that diminished national sovereignty might curb the ability of member states to tailor policies to local needs. They also express concern about the distribution of power within the new executive branch and the accountability mechanisms for decisions that affect citizens across different regions.
The ongoing discussion reflects broader debates about how to balance unity and diversity within the European Union. It raises questions about representation, governance, and the appropriate level of authority for managing shared interests while preserving regional identities.
As the debate unfolds, policymakers and the public alike will be watching closely how such constitutional changes could reshape the EU’s institutional landscape and its capacity to respond to future global and regional developments.
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Source: wPolityce