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EU's Costa Pushes for Urgent Western Balkans Enlargement

5/13/2025

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European Council President António Costa passionately advocated for EU enlargement as a vital step toward stability in the Western Balkans during his diplomatic tour. He urged candidate nations to embrace reforms, noting that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has hastened Ukraine and Moldova's accession process. Costa is determined to ensure the Western Balkans remain a focal point in this critical dialogue.

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European Council President António Costa passionately advocated for EU enlargement as a vital step toward stability in the Western Balkans during his diplomatic tour. He urged candidate nations to embrace reforms, noting that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has hastened Ukraine and Moldova's accession process. Costa is determined to ensure the Western Balkans remain a focal point in this critical dialogue.