Alessandro Cascavilla 🇺🇦

Programme Officer @eu_enlargement_ (@EU_commission): Next MFF, Facilities (WB, MD, UA), IPA III & NDICI-GE

[Alessandro Cascavilla 🇺🇦 @cascavillaEU]

Proud to have been part of the negotiation team of the new € 6 billion ‘Reform and Growth Facility’ - intensive work over the past few weeks paid off!
The EU has given an important political signal to our #WesternBalkans partners to bring them closer to their #EU path

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

We are bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU.

A new €6 billion facility has been proposed, aiming at enabling reforms and investments to accelerate the enlargement process.

This Growth Plan could double the economy of the Western Balkans in the next 10 years We are bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU.

A new €6 billion facility has been proposed, aiming at enabling reforms and investments to accelerate the enlargement process.

This Growth Plan could double the economy of the Western Balkans in the next 10 years We are bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU.

A new €6 billion facility has been proposed, aiming at enabling reforms and investments to accelerate the enlargement process.

This Growth Plan could double the economy of the Western Balkans in the next 10 years We are bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU.

A new €6 billion facility has been proposed, aiming at enabling reforms and investments to accelerate the enlargement process.

This Growth Plan could double the economy of the Western Balkans in the next 10 years We are bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU.

A new €6 billion facility has been proposed, aiming at enabling reforms and investments to accelerate the enlargement process.

This Growth Plan could double the economy of the Western Balkans in the next 10 years ↓

[Alessandro Cascavilla 🇺🇦 @cascavillaEU]

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[Julien Hoez @JulienHoez]

This Iceland referendum is exactly the same decision as Brexit was for the UK:

The choice was:

- Be / become an EU member state with decision-making power and a voice at the table
- Leave / stay out and have zero voice whatsoever in EU politics / economics that will impact you

[Julien Hoez @JulienHoez]

This Iceland referendum is exactly the same decision as Brexit was for the UK:

The choice was:

- Be / become an EU member state with decision-making power and a voice at the table
- Leave / stay out and have zero voice whatsoever in EU politics / economics that will impact you

[Alessandro Cascavilla 🇺🇦 @cascavillaEU]

An important day today for #Iceland 🇮🇸🇪🇺!

[Gert Jan Koopman @GertJanEU]

Today’s financial package is a concrete step towards 🇲🇪Montenegro’s EU membership.

Under our proposed approach, 🇲🇪's 🇪🇺accession would cost less than €1 per EU citizen/year.

#EUEnlargement is not only a strategic investment in security & prosperity, but also an affordable one.

[Marco Bresolin @marcobreso]

How the EU works:

Commission proposals

VS

Real legislative outcome

[Marta Kos @MartaKosEU]

On Monday, Ukraine and Moldova will take their biggest step since opening EU accession negotiations in 2023.

Congratulations to both countries for their dedication and devotion to the European path.

Tonight’s decision by Member States to give the green light to opening the fundamentals cluster gives new impetus to ongoing negotiations.

This is truly a moment to celebrate. And a time to roll up our sleeves and work even harder.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

We are on our way to Cyprus with good news.

I welcome the agreement from the Member States on the 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine for 2026-27 and on 20th sanctions package.

While Russia doubles down on its aggression, we are doubling down on our support to the brave Ukrainian nation enabling Ukraine to defend itself and putting pressure on Russia’s war economy.

Now we will move to swiftly implement on both fronts.

[European Union in Kosovo @EUKosovo]

📣Great news!
As Kosovo's strongest partner & largest provider of financial assistance, 🇪🇺 EU starts EUR 61.8 million pre-financing for 🇽🇰 Kosovo under the #GrowthPlan.
Read the press release 🔗 https://t.co/AGQ4kOoiV5

[WeBalkans.eu 🇪🇺 @WeBalkans]

🎉 Congratulations, #Kosovo! 🇽🇰

The EU has started transferring €61.8 million in Growth Plan pre financing, the first step in support available for Kosovo through 2027 and a boost for reforms and key projects.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/bfXFUbZtOi
#WeBalkans #WesternBalkans

[Jorge Liboreiro @JorgeLiboreiro]

In December, EU leaders resorted to enhanced cooperation to issue a €90bn loan to Ukraine. Now, Ursula von der Leyen wants to try it on a wider scale to advance ambitious reforms.

Is a two-speed Europe the answer to our problems?

I take a closer look.
https://t.co/n28fCWP10Y

[Christopher Miller @ChristopherJM]

New @FT: Ukraine would be earmarked to join the EU by 2027 under a fast-tracked proposal being discussed in US-brokered negotiations to end Russia’s war, in a move that would rewrite the bloc’s accession procedures.
w/ @HenryJFoy @maxseddon https://t.co/V7eeEdeInk

[POLITICOEurope @POLITICOEurope]

The European Commission proposed several changes to its next seven-year EU budget in an effort to avert a rebellion in the European Parliament, according to a document seen by POLITICO. https://t.co/9RmglMy2i7

[EU Enlargement & Eastern Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @eu_enlargement_]

Join the conversation on the 🇪🇺's future!

On 18 November, the EU Enlargement Forum will gather leaders, civil society, and policy experts to discuss how enlargement can drive stability and prosperity.

Secure your spot ↓

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Monday, February 24, marks the third anniversary of the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. I have decided to be in Kyiv for that occasion, with @vonderleyen, to reaffirm our support to the heroic Ukrainian people and to the democratically elected president @ZelenskyyUA.

[Mepassistant (Quentin) @mepassistants]

When you work on the EU enlargement policy these days

[Europe Elects @EuropeElects]

Hungary, 21 Kutatóközpont poll:

TISZA-EPP: 42% (new)
Fidesz/KDNP-PfE: 40% (-2)
MH-ESN: 5% (-3)
DK-S&D: 4% (-11)
MKKP→G/EFA: 4% (-1)
Momentum-RE: 2% (-7)
Jobbik-NI: 1% (-6)
MSZP-S&D: 1% (-3)

+/- vs. 24-29 August 2023

Fieldwork: 9-15 October 2024
Sample size: 1,000

➤https://t.co/c6tRIy1Knd

[Alessandro Cascavilla 🇺🇦 @cascavillaEU]

RT @FormulaGe: Edison Research exit poll puts ruling Georgian Dream party at 40.9% giving four opposition blocks that cross the 5% threshol…

[Marika Mikiashvili 🇬🇪🇺🇦🇪🇺 @Mikiashvili_M]

Nika Melia, one of Coalition 4 Change leaders @CoalitionGEO states that the GD polls BELOW 40% now, and that all four main opposition camps pass the threshold, placing the GD in Parliamentary minority!
Keep in mind that abroad votes are NOT INCLUDED in this. #GeVote2024 🇬🇪🇪🇺

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

President @vonderleyen completes her four-day trip in the Western Balkans today.

Our Growth Plan provides the roadmap to bring their economies closer to ours.

It gives their companies the access and the means to compete on our Single Market, benefitting everyone.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Albania has done a great job on its Reform Agenda under the Growth Plan.

You will benefit from €920 million in additional EU investments.

With the first payment by the end of the year ↓ https://t.co/GZivJaZdyR