EU needs to self-reflect at this critical crossroads

The EU has two choices, to be a transnational entity or an intergovernmental one led by Germany. Before it decides, the EU need some honest self-reflection, writes Ana Palacio.

At the end of this month, European Union leaders (except for British prime minister Theresa May) will gather in Italy to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome.

Anniversary celebrations are always a good excuse for self-congratulation, and the rhetoric filling the air in the run-up to the Rome summit suggests that this one will be no different.