EU Commissioner Kos discusses Ukraine’s path to membership, emphasizing reforms, trust, and the need for EU adaptation amid global instability.
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Marta Kos, the European Commissioner for Enlargement, views Ukraine as the EU’s primary focus for enlargement, calling it her “candidate country.” During an interview in Kyiv, she discussed the EU’s evolving rules for candidate accession, acknowledging that the current methodology is outdated for the current geopolitical climate marked by great power competition. Kos stated that the Commission is finalizing draft scenarios for adapting enlargement rules, which will require support from the EU-27 member states. While full membership is contingent on Ukraine completing necessary reforms, she emphasized that the technical accession process continues. She stressed that the process must be driven by the will of the citizens, noting that civil society’s commitment in Ukraine is a source of confidence. Kos highlighted that the “Kachka-Kos 10-point plan,” focusing heavily on fighting corruption, is crucial for rebuilding trust with member states. She reassured that despite the war and setbacks, the EU has the capacity to find solutions for Ukraine’s membership, asserting that no external power, including Russia, can veto Ukraine’s future in the EU.
