Anyway, (opinion) the EU could become more difficult to run in its current state. One of the earlier treaties (Maastricht?) had a maximum of 27 countries in the EU. As of today, there are 27 countries in the EU. With each state having veto power on a lot of issues, and now with so many members, the probability of passing new rules--some which could be helpful--decreases. The European Union could use some 'streamlining' to the way it functions. I support the EU mainly as a free trade and travel zone. I oppose them to being involved on ”a lot of issues”. United States of Europe or rather UESR? This project is sustained by unbelievable hypocrisy , the best example is Poettering’s speech.