WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Europe Day is a day celebrating “peace and unity in Europe” celebrated on 5 May by the Council of Europe and on 9 May by the European Union. The first recognition of Europe Day was by the Council of Europe, introduced in 1964.

Detailed explanation-2: -Europe Day held on 9 May every year celebrates peace and unity in Europe. The date marks the anniversary of the historic ‘Schuman declaration’ that set out his idea for a new form of political cooperation in Europe, which would make war between Europe’s nations unthinkable.

Detailed explanation-3: -As the 2022 European Year of Youth puts the spotlight on Europe’s young people, and with citizens’ voices amplified by the Conference on the Future of Europe, this 9 May is an opportune moment to discuss the challenges that Europeans are facing today and proposals how to face them.

Detailed explanation-4: -In Romania, it coincides with independence day, while Croatia and Lithuania have legally recognised the day but without making it a public holiday. The other member states celebrate Europe Day in a commemorative manner, by hoisting flags and organising a variety of events.

Detailed explanation-5: -Europe Day – celebrated on May 9 every year – commemorates the day on which the building of the European Union is said to have begun.