EU membership
Coverage of EU membership in the Nexus archive.
- Irish PM Visits Kyiv as Ireland Makes Ukraine Top EU Presidency Priority
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin visited Kyiv to discuss support for Ukraine and its EU membership bid with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Ireland has pledged to prioritize Ukraine during its six-month presidency of the Council of the EU.
- Moldova chooses new prime minister as it pushes for EU membership
Moldova has selected Vasile Tofan as its new prime minister, who will continue the country's efforts to join the European Union by 2030.
- Merz and Macron to reset ties after fighter jet project collapse
Merz and Macron plan to reset their relationship following the collapse of a fighter jet project. The article also mentions a former Norwegian premier advocating for EU membership discussions and an ex-minister from Orbán joining China's BYD.
- We Don’t Want Russia Without Fuel, We Want Ukraine Without War, Zelenksy Says
Zelensky stated Ukraine's objective is lasting peace and full European integration, not weakening Russia. He highlighted new missile defense projects, long-range strike capabilities, EU membership progress, and reaffirmed Ukraine's resolve to counter Russian aggression.
- Zelensky Initiates ‘Order of Europe’ State Award
President Volodymyr Zelensky submitted a draft law to the Verkhovna Rada to establish the 'Order of Europe,' a state award recognizing Ukrainian citizens and foreigners for contributions to Ukraine's EU membership path, defense of independence, and European security.
- ‘We came out of it better’: how Brexit brought the EU together
The article states that Brexit led to increased unity within the EU and that public support for EU membership has grown across the bloc following the 2016 UK referendum.
- Ukraine in the EU or Eternal Integration and Sovereigntism?
Ukraine's ambition to join the EU, which previously led to a revolution and war, now faces obstacles. If these challenges persist, Kyiv risks reverting to a more independent stance marked by resentment and uncertainty.
- Ukraine starts negotiations to join EU
Ukraine has initiated the first phase of negotiations to join the European Union. The talks were officially opened on Monday.
- The Brief – Not so fast! EU membership, with strings attached
EU accession is a high priority on the agenda, but key members are advocating for a 'probation period' with conditions. The push for a probation period suggests added requirements for new members.
- EU membership would free Iceland from krona ‘inflation machine’, campaigner says
An Icelandic campaigner argues that joining the EU would free Iceland from the krona's inflation issues. Magnússon, head of Iceland’s pro-EU movement, made this statement in an interview with Euractiv.
- Ukraine, Estonia Sign Defense Pact Focused on Drones, Air Defense
Ukraine and Estonia signed a Joint Declaration to enhance defense cooperation, focusing on military experience exchange, defense industry collaboration, and air defense. A separate Drone Deal agreement is still under development, as stated by President Zelensky during his visit to Estonia.
- Montenegro at 20: EU ambitions and Serbian ties
Montenegro marks its 20th anniversary since seceding from Serbia and is positioned as a leading Western Balkan candidate for EU membership. However, the country continues to struggle with corruption, internal divisions, and political influence from Serbia.
- Europe needs Ukraine to fight Russia
The article discusses the European Union's dilemma regarding Ukraine's potential accession, highlighting the risks of admitting Ukraine versus the greater danger of excluding it in the context of Russia's influence.
- Majority of Hungary’s voters back continued EU membership, poll finds
A majority of Hungary's voters support continued EU membership despite Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's anti-EU rhetoric. The poll, conducted days before elections, indicates a growing desire for a new approach to EU relations, potentially threatening Orbán's 16-year rule.