As the U.S. Army turns 250 with military parades, Europe commemorates the Schengen Agreement's anniversary in Luxembourg. Signed in 1985, it abolished border controls between five nations, paving the way for a passport-free zone that now includes 29 countries. The ceremonial gathering highlights the agreement's practical benefits for travel and trade, while also symbolizing broader values of liberal internationalism and cooperation. Unlike the martial display in Washington, the celebration in Schengen represents a vision focused on connection and exchange among European nations.
The Schengen Agreement, signed in 1985, was pivotal in shaping a borderless Europe, embodying the principles of liberal internationalism and promoting free movement across nations.
While tanks symbolize military might in Washington, Europe celebrates a commitment to open borders and the cooperative spirit of the Schengen Agreement, reflecting values of connection.
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