Ukraine-EU accession: Council President dampens expectations
During a visit to Ukraine, EU Council President Charles Michel warned against taking a quick decision on the start of EU accession negotiations with the country for granted.
Some of the EU member states have made it clear that they would like to think carefully before deciding on the next step in the accession process, the Belgian told journalists. They are working hard to reach a unified position before the EU summit in December.
However, the political difficulties should not be underestimated - also because difficult budgetary decisions have to be made at the same time.
Despite the ongoing desire for EU accession, the complexity of Ukraine's conflicts and potential war-related challenges could hinder the process, as pointed out by EU Council President Charles Michel. Some EU members emphasize the need for careful consideration before making a decision on the initiation of accession negotiations, highlighting the importance of achieving a united stance before the December EU summit.
Source: www.dpa.com
