Neoliberal Thinkers and European Integration in the 1980s and the Early 1990s

This article explores how a specific strand of neoliberal-oriented intellectuals, namely those who revolved around the Mont Pèlerin Society (MPS), conceptualised EEC policies between 1980s and early 1990s. In particular, this contribution considers two MPS general meetings, respectively held in 1982 1990, which were dedicated to issue European integration. Drawing on both primary secondary sources, first assesses neoliberal thinkers commented interpreted transformations during 1980s. Second, it challenges assumption according run-up establishment EU was outcome consolidated project neoliberalisation institutions. Finally, shows terms these conceived depoliticisation institutions after fall Berlin Wall looming end Cold War.