Publication
May 2009
The course is set for Europe. Iceland is likely to apply for full membership of the European Union following the victory of the Social Democratic Alliance led by prime minister Johanna Siguroardottir in the general elections of 25th April. However, it seems unlikely that Iceland will eventually accept the terms of membership. Three factors militate against Icelandic EU membership: time, fish and the euroscepticism of the political elite.
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Author | Carsten Schymik |
Series | SWP Comments |
Issue | 24 |
Publisher | Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP) |
Copyright | © 2009 Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP) |