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Union based on the rule of law: the Court of Justice of the European Union and the (future of) European integration

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  • Hristina RUNCHEVA TASEV

    (Iustinianus Primus Law Faculty - Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje)

  • Milena APOSTOLOVSKA-STEPANOSKA

    (Iustinianus Primus Law Faculty - Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje)

  • Leposava OGNJANOSKA

    (Iustinianus Primus Law Faculty - Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje)

Abstract

The judicial contribution to the dynamic process of European Integration was especially important, as the Court of Justice of the EU, through its creative and extensive interpretation of the Treaties, became an important catalyst for the integration process. The next phase of the European integration seems to be the 'integration through the rule of law', as the further development of this process must be based on a secure and solid ground, reaffirming the Union as a community of values. Given its importance for the confidence of citizens in the Union and the effective delivery of policies, the rule of law is of central relevance to the future of Europe. The main aim of this paper is to examine the progressive and influential role of the CJEU regarding the integration process, as a starting premise for determining its potential as an actor in the process of overcoming the following challenges.

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  • Hristina RUNCHEVA TASEV & Milena APOSTOLOVSKA-STEPANOSKA & Leposava OGNJANOSKA, 2020. "Union based on the rule of law: the Court of Justice of the European Union and the (future of) European integration," Eastern Journal of European Studies, Centre for European Studies, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, vol. 11, pages 396-426, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:jes:journl:y:2020:v:11:p:396-426
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