Re: Defining the European Union

eggy — 2007-03-20 15:12:45+0100

I do not think the EU is responsible for any of its included nations, they are responsible for their own self. So too Belarus.

Belarus could be a good thing for the EU if it overcomes it’s human Rights violations and develops a meaningful democracy. Presently it seems to be negotiating with Russia. Belarus needs energy and Russia could supply it. If it entered the EU, the EU would have to arrange to supply energy.

Belarus has a strong children and women health record. This is a plus for them and contradicts the human rights violations.

I suspect Belarus will decide it’s way. The EU could benefit by offering admittance, providing the terms of rights and democracy were met first.

See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belarus

Re: Defining the European Union

echarp — 2007-03-20 18:45:54+0100