Charles Michel: We need to create a European geopolitical community

THE Charles Michel stated that it is necessary to create a European geopolitical community, because after war in Ukraine “the EU takes greater geopolitical leadership, international expectations from our Union are growing. “Especially from several of our neighbors who want a new relationship with us.”

According to the Athens News Agency, the President of the European Council noted that “we need to think beyond enlargement“Charles Michel noted,” I’m absolutely convinced that we need to give this geographical area a political reality. And we must do it immediately. “

However, clarified that “this initiative is by no means intended to replace enlargement or find a new excuse for procrastination. Nor is it a guarantee that those who participate will one day be members of the European Union».

“It would be very useful for the European Union, and for those who aspire to join us. And it would also provide the framework for the political strengthening of relations with other countries close to us. “I call for the creation of a European geopolitical community,” he added.

He also added that The aim is to converge and deepen business cooperation to meet common challenges, but also to promote peace, stability and security on the European continent.

Source: News Beast

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