politics
March 23, 2026
EU enlargement to the Western Balkans is a top priority
European Council President Antonio Costa stated today that for the European Union, enlargement, meaning the accession of the Western Balkan countries, Ukraine, and Moldova, is a top priority, but numerous reforms must be implemented to meet all Copenhagen criteria, as enlargement is based on merit.
TL;DR
- EU enlargement to the Western Balkans, Ukraine, and Moldova is a top priority.
- Enlargement requires the implementation of numerous reforms to meet Copenhagen criteria.
- The process necessitates creativity, urgency, and full cooperation from member and candidate states.
- Transitional clauses and progressive integration are likely to be part of future enlargements.
- Maintaining EU unity and embracing flexibility in integration models are important.
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