No country is delivering more on reforms than Ukraine right now, says EU enlargement chief
"We should never forget the country is fighting for its survival," the EU's Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos told journalists when asked to comment on the pace of Ukraine's reforms.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos has praised Ukraine's reform efforts despite the country's ongoing war. Speaking at a press conference on Oct. 5, Kos noted that Ukraine is performing well in its reform process, even in the challenging wartime environment. The EU is set to announce proposals for the future of enlargement, including roadmaps for Ukraine, Moldova, Albania, and Montenegro, the four most promising candidates.
Kos was specifically asked to compare Ukraine's reform rate with that of Moldova, which is considered the fastest reformer among the candidates. Both Ukraine and Moldova are making progress under difficult circumstances, and Kos emphasized that Ukraine's situation places it in a unique category. The EU Commissioner stressed that Ukraine is currently delivering more than any other country in the world.
In September, Kos co-signed a letter to Ukraine's parliament, outlining the reforms that need to be completed by the end of the year to unlock over 20 billion euros in financial support. One critical law concerning the rights of Ukraine's Hungarian-speaking minority is expected to be voted on Oct. 12. If passed, this could lead to the opening of additional reform clusters for both Ukraine and Moldova.
Currently, Ukraine and Moldova have both unlocked two of the six reform clusters, focusing on economic topics. The final two clusters, addressing sectoral issues, may face challenges due to concerns over the size and competitiveness of Ukraine's economy, particularly in agriculture and transport sectors.
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