On 9 May 1950, Europe took the first step to foster relationships instead of rivalries, to prioritise dialogue over brute force. It was an ambitious project without precedent in our history.
That is when the journey of the European Union began. Peace is our daily goal that has been achieved thanks to the determination of many Europeans. They all believed that nothing is more valuable.
In this seventy-two years-long journey, the EU has united countries from all around Europe in a successful effort to maintain peace and thrive together as one.
Nowadays, when Russia’s aggression against Ukraine breaches international law, we stand united in supporting our Ukrainian friends. More than even before, Europeans feel that they belong to one European family.
Peace has no alternative.
Europe XXI 