These include stability and promotion of international trade and are essential in improving the people”s standard of living. By achieving stability and fairness, the government gives people an opportunity to find reasonably well paid and secure jobs, thereby ensuring a source of income. This is an element of the Maastricht Treaty signed by the twelve members of the European Union in 1992. Labor has tried to achieve this by making the life easier for businesses. The promotion of international trade has also been of crucial importance for achieving a high level of economic growth.