Member State in the Decision Making System of the European Union

Although no single theory can fully detail how the European Union operates, the role of its member states remains central in the decision-making process. This book explores three prominent perspectives—liberal intergovernmentalism, deliberative supranationalism, and the fusion thesis—to examine both the abstract concept of the state within the EU and Poland’s specific participation. Poland’s involvement is dissected through four key facets: its influence based on political stature and economic strength; the vision of European integration alongside the envisioned role of the state within this structure; the legal foundations of EU policy; and the administrative experiences of national representatives working within EU institutions. This volume is intended not only for specialists, scholars, students, public officials, and media professionals, but for anyone with an interest in the theoretical and practical dimensions of European integration.