Õigusharmoniseerimine
Õigusharmoniseerimine refers to the process of aligning different legal systems to ensure consistency and facilitate cooperation. This concept is particularly relevant in international contexts, such as within the European Union, where member states' laws need to be compatible to enable the free movement of goods, services, people, and capital. The primary goal of harmonization is to reduce legal barriers and create a more unified legal framework.
Harmonization can be achieved through various methods. One common approach is the adoption of directives or
While harmonization seeks to create uniformity, it often allows for a degree of national discretion in implementation,