WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -These aspirations came to fruition on 12 June 1985, with the signature of the Treaty of Accession in Madrid and its entry into force on 1 January 1986.

Detailed explanation-2: -Spain and Portugal acceded to the European Communities, now the European Union, in 1986. This was the third enlargement of the Communities, following on from the 1973 and 1981 enlargements. Their accessions are considered to be a part of the broader Mediterranean enlargement of the European Union.

Detailed explanation-3: -1 January 1986 – Two new members – Spain and Portugal Spain and Portugal join the European Communities, bringing membership to 12.

Detailed explanation-4: -On 14 April 1987, Turkey submitted its application for formal membership into the European Economic Community.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Treaty arranged accession of Spain and Portugal to the EC and amended earlier treaties of the European Communities. As such it is an integral part of the constitutional basis of the European Union.