European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos has expressed confidence that the European Union’s expansion in the coming years is a viable prospect. Her remarks were made during a recent meeting with stakeholders, including diplomats and political leaders from potential candidate countries. Kos emphasized that the EU is currently conducting thorough assessments of the readiness of these nations to meet the bloc’s political and economic criteria.
This announcement follows a series of discussions at the European Council, where member states are deliberating on the pace and scope of enlargement. Kos pointed out that the EU is committed to a gradual but steady process of integration, ensuring that new members can effectively contribute to the union’s stability and prosperity. She also highlighted the significance of addressing outstanding issues such as rule of law and democratic governance in candidate countries.