Brussels: Europe and the Arabs
Charles Michel, President of the Council of the European Union, said in a post on social media today, Thursday, that the ninth of May, which is the day of celebration of Europe Day, is the appropriate time to reaffirm our firm determination to continue building this European project that unites us all.
The European Union institutions opened their doors from last Monday to the public from all over the countries of the unified European bloc until the ninth of this month, which is the day on which the anniversary of the founding of unified Europe falls, which is known as Europe Day.
According to what was published by the federal institutions in Brussels, on May 9, Europe celebrates the anniversary of the founding document of the European Union - the Schuman Declaration. The Declaration, signed on May 9, 1950, served as a starting point for cooperation in Europe and peace on our continent. Europe Day is a symbol of the European Union's openness, transparency, democracy and unity.
This year's edition of Europe Day takes place 45 years after the first European elections in 1979, and shortly before the 2024 elections that will be held from June 6 to 9 in all EU countries.
On Europe Day, 9 May, the European Union celebrates its achievements in the field of unity and long-term peace, commemorating the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950. A month before the European elections (6 to 9 June), citizens will have the opportunity to visit the EU institutions in Brussels. And beyond, and learn more about what Europe is doing for them and with them. Citizens will be invited to participate in discussions, live performances, games and other activities.