1. The European Union THE EUROPEAN UNION Where in the world is the European Union?

2. The European Union Where in the world is the EU? 2

3. The European Union 508 Million People – 28 Countries Member states of the European Union Candidate and potential candidate countries 3

4. The European Union 4 28 7 30 508 million Member States Combined population of EU Member States Percent of world’s population Percent of global GDP 56 Percent of combined worldwide Official Development Assistance

5. The European Union Population in millions, 2012 508 1343 127143 314 EUChinaJapanRussiaUnited States EU Population in the World 5

6. The European Union Area of the EU compared to the rest of the world Surface area, 1 000 km² EUChina Japan RussiaUnited States 16 889 9327 9159 4290 365 6

7. The European Union How many people live in the EU? 7 Population in millions, 2013 508 million total

8. The European Union Size of the EU Countries 8

9. The European Union Over 50 Years of EU Integration Enlargement has: Inspired reforms and consolidated common principles of liberty, democracy, respect for human rights, fundamental freedoms, the rule of law, and market economy. Enhanced the EU’s weight in the world and made it a stronger and more attractive international partner. 19572013 Member States628 Population174 million508 million Languages424 9

10. The European Union “Enlargement has been a success story for the European Union and Europe as a whole. It has helped to overcome the division of Europe and contributed to peace and stability throughout the continent.” European Council Declaration Dec. 15, 2006 10