ΤΟ ΣΥΣΤΗΜΑ ΔΙΑΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΣΗΣ ΤΗΣ ΕΥΡΩΠΑΪΚΗΣ ΕΝΩΣΗΣ

23 Mavromichali str. | 106 80 | Athens | Greece T +30 210 3678 800 | F +30 210 3678 819 www.nb.org | info@nb.org © 2020, NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. The European Union governance system Constantine A. Stephanou (editor) ISBN 978-960-622-781-3 Abstract: This edited volume includes the contributions of fifteen senior Greek scholars on the dominant issues of EU governance. Following some preliminary re- marks on EU legitimacy and, subsequently, an introduction on the emergence and dynamics of the EU system ( C. A. Stephanou ), Part I deals with the“Structure of the System”, beginning with an overview ( Ch.Platias ), followed by a reassessment of the role of the Commission ( X. Yataganas ) and innovative chapters devoted to indepen- dent investigative authorities ( D. Papagiannis ) and decentralised bodies ( K. Lagaria ). Part II deals with the“Functioning of the System”based on the ten-year experience from the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty, beginning with a fresh look on the decision-making mechanisms ( A. Passas ). Horizontal issues are then examined, in- cluding informal consultations ( H.Karabarbounis ), new forms of governance ( Ch.Pla- tias ),multi-levelgovernance( P.Grigoriou )and,finally,thedemocraticdemandsofthe system ( D. Chryssochoou ). Part III consists of a set of“Governance Paradigms”, i.e. the governanceoftheeuroarea( Ch.Gortsos&K.Lagaria ),ofcyber-space( V.Hatzopoulos ) and the Schengen Area ( M. Papaconstantis ), the system of review of state subsidies ( V. Karagiannis ), the Common Foreign and Security Policy ( S. Dalis ) and, finally, the governance of external economic relations ( Ch.Tsardanidis ). COPYRIGHT All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a re- trievalsystem,ortransmitted, inany formorbyanymeans,withoutthepriorpermis- sion of NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A., or as expressly permitted by law or under the terms agreed with the appropriate reprographic rights organization. Enquiries concern- ing reproduction which may not be covered by the above should be addressed to NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. at the address below. DISCLAIMER The content of this work is intended for information purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice.The publication is necessarily of a general nature; NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI, the author and the contributors make no claim as to the comprehen- siveness or accuracy of the information provided; Information is not offered for the purpose of providing individualized legal advice. Professional advice should there- fore be sought before any action is undertaken based on this publication. Use of this work does not create an attorney-client or any other relationship between the user and NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI, or the author, or the rest of contributors.