Juncker Falls Back on More-or-Less Europe Dichotomy
The president’s proposals contradict the “multispeed Europe” of France, Germany, Italy and Spain.
Multispeed Europe
Poland’s Opposition to Multispeed Europe Is Ill-Considered
Jarosław Kaczyński previously resisted a one-size-fits-all approach to European integration and rightly so.
Europe’s Big Four Endorse Integration at Different Speeds
France, Germany, Italy and Spain agree.
EU Sees Five Possible Futures. Which Is Best and Which Is Likely?
The European Commission’s scenarios range from muddling through to something resembling a federal Europe.
From Two to Many Speeds: Striking the Right Balance in Europe
Non-euro states would feel left out in a two-speed Europe.
Two-Speed Europe Isn’t the Answer to Britain’s Exit
Why not allow member states some flexibility?
Foreign Ministers Propose More Flexibility for Europe
Britain’s exit might give way to a more flexible EU.
British “Remain” Vote Would Pave Way to Two-Speed Europe
A semi-detached Britain could widen the gap between euro and non-euro countries.
France’s Sarkozy Endorses Two-Speed Europe
The once and possibly future president calls for different levels of integration.
Cameron’s Europe Demands Really Are Significant
Making other leaders see that Europe can no longer move at one speed is an accomplishment.
Merkel Joins Britain’s Call for Two-Speed Europe
28 member states can no longer integrate all at the same pace.
Sweden Cautions Against Two-Speed Europe
Sweden fears deeper integration in the eurozone could reduce other countries to “second-class members.”
Hammond Confirms Two-Speed Europe Is British Objective
Britain’s foreign secretary confirms it wants to formalize a two-speed Europe as part of its negotiations.
Liberalizing European Services Would Boost Growth: Study
Fully implementing the bloc’s services directive could raise European growth 2.3 percent.