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What is the EU's economy?

The European Union's economy is the combined economic output of all its member countries. Poland's economy now makes up almost 5% of this total, highlighting its growing influence within the bloc. The EU aims for economic integration, allowing goods, services, capital, and people to move freely, which benefits member states like Poland.

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