Ukraine is on the brink of potentially starting membership negotiations with the EU, and MEP Henna Virkkunen shares insight on what this could mean for Ukraine, as well as for the EU as a whole. The decision to start membership negotiations requires the unanimity of the EU countries and, even if negotiations do begin, the process itself could take years, according to Virkkunen. She also emphasizes the importance of maintaining high standards throughout the negotiation process.
To learn more about this topic, watch the full interview with MEP Henna Virkkunen in the video below.
This could potentially have positive implications for not only Ukraine but also for the broader EU community. However, the decision is not a given and requires careful consideration by all EU member countries.
In the meantime, Ukraine’s potential membership will be a topic of discussion among EU member countries, and a decision could have significant implications for the future of both Ukraine and the EU.