Thanks to concrete results and renewed reform momentum, Montenegro is strongly positioned at the forefront of European enlargement policy. 🇲🇪🇪🇺
In this context, at the invitation of the European Parliament’s rapporteur for Montenegro, @sarecmarjan, in the European Parliament in Brussels, I discussed the final stage of our accession process, the roadmap, and the next steps towards full membership in the European Union.
I am confident that together we can make Montenegro’s accession not only a national, but also a European success, and a strong confirmation that enlargement can make the EU stronger.
Thank you to Marjan Šarec for the invitation and the open exchange of views, as well as to @VSuperti, @alvfinn and Clive Rumbold for a substantive discussion on Montenegro’s next steps on its European path. 🇲🇪🇪🇺
#28by28 #NextEUMember
Another step forward for Montenegro's 🇪🇺 path!
Today, we adopted a financial package for 🇲🇪's future EU accession, outlining a methodology to support its smooth integration into the EU budget while reinforcing a more resilient & prosperous Europe.
ℹ️https://t.co/vKs2o5jaxf
🇪🇺@eu_enlargement_'s Director for WB @VSuperti discussed the rule of law, civil society’s role in 🇽🇰Kosovo's 🇪🇺integration, ongoing reforms & taking full advantage of opportunities offered by the EU #GrowthPlan with Genc Nimoni, KJC&KPC Chairs, anti-corruption actors & CSO reps.
Great news for Serbian people & businesses!
Today, banks in 🇷🇸 are joining the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) schemes.
This will enable:
💶 Faster, cheaper & secure Euro transfers
📈 Simplified international transactions & cross-border trade for SMEs
https://t.co/ugrvY6VOkf
I am grateful to Montenegro and the Delegation for having made my last visit to the country very useful, for making progress in the accession negotiations
Montenegro’s place inside the EU is now taking shape.
Today, Member States decided to start drafting Montenegro’s EU Accession Treaty.
This is a major step on the path to EU membership, a clear recognition of Montenegro’s progress, and an encouragement to accelerate reforms.
It also offers a chance to draw lessons from past enlargements and include new and stronger safeguards in future accession treaties to prevent backsliding on the rule of law and fundamental values.
Enlargement has re-emerged in recent years as both a political priority and a strategic geopolitical investment for the EU. 🇪🇺
Join us TOMORROW for a discussion with Ambassadors and senior representatives to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and political considerations shaping the next phase of EU enlargement.
With:
🔸 HE Ambassador @VincenzoCelest4, @ItalyinEU
🔸 HE Ambassador @GSchusterschitz, @AustriaatEU
🔸@karel_lannoo, CEPS
🔸 @VSuperti, @eu_enlargement_
🔸 Frauke Seebass, @SWPBerlin & @dgapev
🔸 @CouteauB, @DelorsInstitute
🎙️ Moderated by @AkhvledianiTina
Sign up HERE: https://t.co/g9xmpu8qmv
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Delighted to welcome partners, diplomats & policymakers for what we hope is the first of many dialogues between Ireland and the Western Balkans together with CaraDem 🇮🇪
Excellent contributions by @eu_enlargement_@EamonGilmore@GezimVisoka
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Delighted to welcome partners, diplomats & policymakers for what we hope is the first of many dialogues between Ireland and the Western Balkans together with CaraDem 🇮🇪
Excellent contributions by @eu_enlargement_@EamonGilmore@GezimVisoka
We have proposed to open negotiations to extend the EU’s 'Roam Like at Home' regime to the Western Balkan.
This would allow people travelling between the EU and Western Balkans to call, text and use mobile data without roaming surcharges.
More: https://t.co/TFFbdIRCxJ
Good news from Pristina today.
The Assembly is in place. A new government has taken office. Congratulations PM @albinkurti
The focus can now shift to advancing EU reforms & bringing the full benefits of the Growth Plan to Kosovo.
Looking forward to visiting Kosovo soon.
Good news from Pristina today.
The Assembly is in place. A new government has taken office. Congratulations PM @albinkurti
The focus can now shift to advancing EU reforms & bringing the full benefits of the Growth Plan to Kosovo.
Looking forward to visiting Kosovo soon.
Step by step, Montenegro moves forward on its 🇪🇺 path!
Chapter 32 – Financial Control was provisionally closed today.
This milestone confirms 🇲🇪's progress in aligning with EU standards.
Closing 5 accession chapters today, Montenegro concludes a great year of progress for EU enlargement.
It is decisively accelerating its road to the EU.
To cross the finish line, reforms to support independence of courts, anti-corruption measures & free media must now intensify.
A milestone for 🇧🇦!
We approved its Reform Agenda, a key step toward releasing up to €976.6 million under the 🇪🇺 Reform & Growth Facility, which aims to:
🔹 Advance green & digital transitions
🔹 Boost private-sector growth
🔹 Strengthen rule of law
ℹ️ https://t.co/xVU9Nr0nOZ
Happy to participate in today’s kick-off of consultations on the “Action Plan on Communities” with representatives of minorities. I welcome constructive & inclusive discussion on the draft plan reviewed by @coe experts. Adoption of the Plan is crucial for 🇲🇰 on its 🇪🇺 path
Bulgaria & North Macedonia agreed to advance work on Corridor VIII.
A key project connecting the Adriatic Sea with the Black Sea via road & rail.
This is an important step to build trust through regional connectivity, shared prosperity & people to people contacts.
Satisfaction of the European Commission with progress on Corridor VIII-Well done Bulgaria and North Macedonia - a step further for our security and connectivity
With @EmmanuelMacron and @benjaminhaddad, we discussed Bosnia and Herzegovina’s European future with its Presidency.
🇧🇦 leaders have recently delivered on their Reform Agenda.
We must now build on this positive step, deliver on reforms & start accession negotiations.