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European Parliament: Ukraine and Moldova to be nominated immediately

EU leaders to live up to their historic responsibilities and send a clear political message to Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia, reaffirming their European perspective.

With 529 votes in favor, 45 against and 14 abstentions, the European Parliament on Thursday adopted a resolution calling on the Heads of State and Government (who are meeting at the EU summit today and tomorrow) to grant Ukraine and its Republic without delay Moldova is a candidate country for EU membership. They should do the same with Georgia as soon as its government succeeds in meeting the priorities set by the European Commission.

In the context of the brutal Russian war against Ukraine, this move would be tantamount to a show of leadership, determination and vision, MEPs say. They emphasize that there is no “fast track” for EU accession and that accession remains a meritocratic and structured process, which requires the EU accession criteria to be met and depends on the effective implementation of reforms.

Proud and dedicated members of the European family

Parliament called on the authorities of Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia to “unequivocally demonstrate their political will to achieve the European aspirations of their peoples, significantly enhancing progress through substantive reforms in order to in the EU as soon as possible “.

Ukrainians, Moldovans and Georgians deserve to live in free, democratic and prosperous countries that are proud and committed members of the European family, according to Parliament, calling on the European Council to take an important first step towards meeting their legitimate expectations. citizens of these three countries.

No other solution than enlargement, to preserve the EU itself

The resolution emphasizes that there is no alternative to enlargement, which is “more than ever a geostrategic investment” for a stable, strong and united EU. of the Union itself in political and economic terms, but also in terms of security. MEPs are calling for the “reactivation” of the enlargement process and its unblocking in the Western Balkans.

Source: Capital

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