Future Images of Europe: Different Perspectives

Suggests scenarios for future images of what one commonly calls the European Union (EU). Many architects have laid plans for the future of Europe. Numerous forces have exerted and continue to exert their influences on Europe and its future. The net effect of these forces will precipitate the future for unification efforts and Europe. Asserts that the images held by many about the future for the EU are very different from what will transpire. Underlying and significant social, political and economic forces will provide for significant differences in what people expect and what actually will transpire. The implications of the eventual developments will profoundly affect key areas of concern. For one, we will witness significant differences in business risks associated with Europe. Furthermore, the consequences of unification efforts will influence investment decisions, commonization of taxes and currencies, the standard of living and the movement of human capital. Offers some images of the future Europe. Provides perspectives concerning the forces at work within the EU and the adverse consequences that will result, and specific predictions for Europe and the potential implications for business and society.