Twelve reasons why the EU will help Germany

1. People in the EU are free to move to other countries to work, thus giving Germany a large work force.
2. Treaties between countries will help maintain peace.
3. The EU also provides Germany with an easy and cheap way to trade between countries.
4. Germany can show that it is more interested in a good economy than having a strong military power.  This helps Germany gain a good reputation
5. Countries in the EU can work together to solve global issues.
6. The EU can support Germany should they have an economic downturn.  This also gives Germany more stability.  (As shown recently with Greece)
7. The countries in the EU offer a diverse range of products.  This allows Germany to get almost anything easily.
8. Free travel between countries encourages people to travel to Germany.  They then spend their money there and boosts Germany's economy.
9. The EU allows Germany to show the world that they are a productive country, not wanting to cause trouble.
10. With all of the countries using the same currency, it's easier to be globally competitive.
11. Unifying with the EU gives them more power in voicing opinions and seeing global changes happen.
12. The EU has an aim to protect the environment.  This helps Germany keep their country clean.