Maria Teresa Scardigli, vice president with Kellen Europe, presented "Europe Today" on November 14, 2008 in Washington, DC at ASAE and The Center. She discussed Brussels and the European Union, the European political situation, specific European initiatives and association trends in Europe.

1. Europe Today - 2008 Update 14 November 2008, Washington, D.C. Maria Teresa Scardigli Vice President Kellen Europe

7. The EU Governance Situation The Treaty of Lisbon Four main areas of changes: Improvement and simplification of decision-making process Increased role and protection of citizens The EU as global player Clarification of competencies between Institutions and Member States Issues still to be solved: Ratification issues It is unclear when the Treaty of Lisbon will enter into force Impact on US Associations: Take advantage of the new decision making process

9. 3. European Transparency Initiative

13. Where to find the information: http:// ec.europa.eu/transparency/index_en.htm 3. European Transparency Initiative

14. REACH has generated a huge workload 3. REACH: the new chemical policy

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