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European Union: European Parliament

The European Parliament is the only directly-elected body of the European Union. The 785 Members of the European Parliament. They are elected once every five years by voters right across the 27 Member States of the European Union on behalf of its 492 million citizens. Parliament plays an active role in drafting legislation. For example, on environmental protection, consumer rights, equal opportunities, transport, and the free movement of workers, capital, services and goods. Parliament also has joint power with the Council over the annual budget of the European Union. Website: www.europarl.europa.eu/
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Report on EU Strategy for the Horn of Africa Committee on Foreign Affairs

12 December 2012 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Regional Reports

Report with a proposal for a European Parliament recommendation to the Council on the 67th session of the United Nations General Assembly

5 June 2012 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Thematic Reports

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