Nostalgic Empires

The present state of European integration finds its roots in the decolonization processes and the dissolution of empires in the past. Building upon this fundamental idea, this work presents a narrative that explores the Western European states’ struggle for national survival within the framework of European supranational structures. Hèctor López Bofill argues that the European Union, with its intricate legal framework, serves as a means to ensure national cohesion and social stability within its