​The European Union (EU) is a special type of political and economic union of 27 sovereign countries, almost all of which are in Europe, and whose main goal is to enhance cooperation in peace, stability, and economic integration within the countries in the union. A prime one of them is the Schengen Treaty which allows crossing all the borders of the EU countries without a passport, thus greatly increasing freedom of movement and movement of goods and ideas in the European Union. This framework also helps millions of citizens travel easily and contributes significantly to deepening economic integration within the region.

 

In the midst of the current oscillating relations of power, Scotland’s quest for secession from the United Kingdom has brought about power and controversy in relation to its re-joining the EU. Scots are thinking about the future, although they find themselves with the question of whether or not independence entails a re-evaluation of the EU membership, however, one has to consider the advantages of a right of access to the single market and rights stemming from membership in a larger political union. This situation can be discussed as far as sovereignty vs integration for Europe because Scotland wants to become an independent country but it wants to adopt the EU laws in a new political context. This committee will show how the Schengen Treaty, together with the debate on Scottish independence, contributes to the understanding of identity, governance and cooperation dynamic in Europe.