The European Union has made progress in economic integration, but it has faced obstacles and slowdowns. The process has been like a stop-and-go rhythm, with periods of acceleration followed by stagnation. The EU continues to evolve and improve, with the goal of achieving a high level of integration. The recent economic and financial crisis has led to new advances in economic integration, including the creation of financial and economic unions. These efforts aim to deepen economic integration and improve EU economic governance. The EU is currently experiencing a period of acceleration, driven by the crisis and external factors, which could lead to significant progress in both economic and political integration.