Özet:

Concomitant with the entry into force of Lisbon Treaty, a withdrawal clause is included in founding treaties which enables unconditional withdrawal option to every member state from the Union. The need for that clause in the Union and its possible effect(s) on the future of the European integration, whose aim is to establish an ever closer union among European citizens, are discussed in light of international and European Union Law. While the withdrawal clause clarifi es ambiguity on the right of withdrawal from the Union, it also emphasizes the sovereign rights of the member states. Even though it may seem like a controversy to the integration aim of the Union, not to recognize a right of withdrawal to member states who are opposed to advanced integration would also jeopardize the future of European integration

Anahtar Kelimeler: