The European Union has formally opened the first negotiation cluster for Ukraine and Moldova, marking a significant milestone in their accession process following years of essential reforms and political alignment.<\/p>\n
European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, declared the event a “mega-Monday” for the European Union’s expansion process. She emphasized that both Ukraine and Moldova have fulfilled their commitments regarding necessary reforms, stating it was time for the EU to reciprocate.<\/p>\n
The European Commission announced via X that the first cluster, which covers fundamental areas including the judiciary and basic rights, has officially commenced. This marks the beginning of the process for both nations to align their national laws with the EU acquis.<\/p>\n
Ukraine and Moldova began their path toward EU membership shortly after the 2022 Russian invasion. Both countries were granted candidate status in June 2022. While accession negotiations formally began in June 2024, progress on specific chapters had been stalled by Hungarian vetoes until recently.<\/p>\n
In total, Ukraine and Moldova must navigate six clusters of negotiations. The first cluster, focusing on the rule of law, is the first to be opened and will be the last to be closed in the accession sequence.<\/p>\n
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed the opening of the first cluster as a sign that Europe’s progress is unstoppable. He noted that Ukraine is prepared to move forward with the remaining five clusters without delay, emphasizing that the country has earned the right to an accelerated pace.<\/p>\n
Zelenskyy also addressed the broader geopolitical context, noting his efforts to seek a diplomatic end to the war, including discussions with international leaders. He stressed that the EU accession process serves as vital moral and political support for the Ukrainian people during the ongoing conflict.<\/p>\n
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