Inside the EU’s latest plan to keep would-be members close – POLITICO
Unlike earlier ideas for “reverse enlargement,” which would have granted countries political rights before completing the accession process…
EU Heavyweights Push Enlargement Reform to Prevent Another ‘Orbán Scenario’
A joint proposal by Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg advocates stronger safeguards enabling the European Union…
Europe should join Russia-Ukraine talks — but not as mediator, says Norway – POLITICO
Too soon? Talks about a potential EU special envoy to represent the bloc in talks with Russia are…
Norway’s pro-EU voices sense their moment – POLITICO
“We have this summer to reach a critical mass regarding the EU question,” said Trine Lise Sundnes, a…
With its scapegoat gone, Europe is forced to finally get honest with itself – POLITICO
Honeymoon’s over That’s not to say they didn’t find some common ground. A few voiced optimism about the…
EU forges ahead with membership for Ukraine and Moldova after Orbán’s exit – POLITICO
The EU previously voiced concerns about anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine, and some Ukrainian lawmakers have objected to changes…
Fear of populists is pushing governments to oppose expanding the EU – POLITICO
“Enlargement must remain demanding and merit-based to ensure its success and credibility,” France’s minister delegate for European affairs,…
EU poised to slash up to €1.5B in funding to Serbia over democracy fears – POLITICO
Tensions flared further in December when President Vučić snubbed an EU-Western Balkans summit. Vučić, who has maintained close…
EU enlargement chief calls on countries to find a way for new members to join – POLITICO
A different way Four diplomats, granted anonymity to speak frankly about the sensitive talks, told POLITICO that countries…
EU commissioner Kos dogged by fresh secret police collaborator claims – POLITICO
Tomc told POLITICO Kos was not honest when “claiming that she didn’t collaborate in the secret service ……
EP Adopts Resolution to Override Hungary’s Veto on Ukraine EU Accession
The European Parliament voted in favour of a resolution on the EU enlargement strategy on Wednesday, 11 March,…
Iceland could be EU’s 28th member, foreign minister says – POLITICO
Iceland is a member of the European Economic Area and part of the Schengen free travel zone, so…