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Language Integration: English as the Lingua Franca of Europe

A detailed timeline and strategy for integrating English into administrative processes.

Administrative Implementation

Language Integration Timeline

• 2 years: All addresses have corresponding codes, eliminating foreign pronunciation issues • 4 years: Museums and public places labeled in English • 6 years: Official government forms available in English • 10 years: English becomes mandatory in schools from early childhood • 12 years: Mandatory C1/C2 English exam before adulthood • 14 years: Legal proceedings can be conducted in English • 16 years: Every public office staffed with English-proficient personnel

European English Council

Establishing a governing body to standardize ‘European English’, settling debates like ‘crisps vs. chips’ for a unified linguistic approach.

In National States

'European English' as an Official Language

Every EU country becomes bilingual, with European English as a widely adopted, legally recognized, and practiced language alongside the national tongue.

Streamlined Bureaucracy

Handle your paperwork in English in any EU country, from tax forms to building permits.

Enhancing, Not Replacing

We’re not diminishing national languages, but adding a powerful tool for unity and efficiency.

English-Accessible Administration

From bilingual forms to English-speaking staff in every office, communicate with any government department in English.

A Gesture of Openness and Collaboration

Adopting English isn’t just for foreigners—it’s for all of us. It facilitates cooperation, opens doors to information, and embodies our belief in the power of unity and engagement.

In European Politics

English as the Official Language of the EU

Imagine MEPs debating in a shared language, breaking down barriers and fostering true pan-European discourse.

English-Speaking European Media

Envision a vibrant landscape of European commentators discussing EU politics in English, creating a unified public sphere.

Cultivating European Political Awareness

Let’s tackle Europe’s challenges and shape its future together, freely exchanging ideas and perspectives in a common language.

Low Barrier to Entry

English is already widely adopted across the EU. Younger generations consume English content daily, and it’s the de facto language of international business in Europe.