EUROPE: A TOOL OF PEACE

I believe one of the hugest benefits for European citizens is certainly the peace between all the

countries: indeed, one of the main goals of the European Union is the promotion of peace to improve the wellbeing of its citizens.

I am deeply convinced that Europe is one of the most functional tools for the promotion of peace of all the world: it is surprising how so many countries, who only eighty years ago were fighting against each other in a World War, today are able to cooperate in peace and be united. In my opinion one of the main reasons why Europe is able to maintain peace is the sharing of the same values and laws. It is paramount that the countries work together, have principles and rules in common: in this way it is easier to understand each other and create a place where people of different cultures can live in serenity. With the Maastricht treaty a long period of peace has begun, which all of us hope will last for many years.

Having said that, on one hand, I believe one of the most challenging aspects that Europe has to deal with is the difficulty to agree on some decisions owing to the huge amount of different cultures and points of view. Regardless of nationality, everyone will always have different ways to think: for this reason EU Parliament was created: a place where the representatives can discuss and negotiate.

On the other hand, in my opinion Europe is one the most peaceful places in the world: it has always been able to resolve conflicts in a diplomatic way and it guarantees to its citizens peace and a community to be part of. Furthermore, reaching agreements and treaties plays a fundamental role in the search for harmony.

In conclusion, I am convinced that so far Europe is doing an impressive job with the cohesion of the

countries, achievement and peace keeping. It is not easy to satisfy everyone’s requests in a short time, therefore we just have to be thankful to all the people who work for our future and be grateful to be part of this union.