Georgia should also become a candidate country once it completes the necessary reforms – There is no “fast track” for EU accession, only merit-based membership and if they are met – EU enlargement is in the European Union’s interest relevant resolution
By 529 votes to 45, with 14 abstentions. the status of 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.
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