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THE HUNGARIAN PRESIDENCY IN TURBULENT TIMES
THE HUNGARIAN PRESIDENCY IN TURBULENT TIMES

Author(s): Péter Ákos Bod
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences
Published by: BL Nonprofit Kft

Summary/Abstract: Six months of the presidency of the European Union is obviously too short a term for any government to solve complex problems. Smaller member states do better not to entertain ambitions for striking deals or setting directions; country size matters. But they invariably want something more: to win notice and appreciation. The presidency means a great deal of extra work and additional expenditures, but there are benefits that offset these costs. Such a job comes about every thirteen years, offering a rare opportunity to leave your mark on the Union, and perhaps also to include a few of your issues in the common agenda.

  • Issue Year: II/2011
  • Issue No: 01
  • Page Range: 19-25
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: English
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