PERSPECTIVES FOR EUROPEAN CONSTITUTION

Elena Trajkovska Master studies /UGD, Faculty of Law

Natasa Doneva Teaching Assistant, Phd Candidate /Faculty of Law, Goce Delcev University in Stip

The European Constitution, a difficult reality or an unattainable utopia on European soil? A question that is often asked, but does not get an appropriate answer … Opinions and views are divided on how possible it is to establish and create a quality European Constitution that will be realistically implemented in practice. According to some European leaders, the goal of adopting the European Constitution was to promise a stronger, united European Union, which would provide clarity and transparency, but also create more opportunities for improved coordination and synchronization of common policies. The creation of the so-called Penelope Project had high hopes for a potential further promising Europe. But referendums in several countries have led to a turning point and contradictions. The fiasco with the Treaty establishing a European Constitution has revealed skepticism on the issue. It was “hidden” by the Lisbon Treaty, but how productive was that solution?
This and a number of other issues related to the historical background to the idea of a European Constitution will be elaborated. A short briefing will be given on the failed agreement, as well as possible prospects for re-creation of the famous European Constitution.

Keywords: Constitution, Europe, agreement, ratification…