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EU Accession Stalled: Albania's Rama Compares Process to Waiting for Godot

10/29/2025

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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama likened the EU accession process to Waiting for Godot, noting nine candidate countries dating back to 2009 applications.
Geopolitical factors, including Russia's war in Ukraine, contribute to stalled enlargement.
The European Commission will present a 2025 enlargement package addressing cohesion and decision-making concerns among EU members.
Hungary blocks Moldova and Ukraine from opening negotiation clusters.
Moldova's President Maia Sandu emphasized the need for full membership.

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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama likened the EU accession process to Waiting for Godot, noting nine candidate countries dating back to 2009 applications.
Geopolitical factors, including Russia's war in Ukraine, contribute to stalled enlargement.
The European Commission will present a 2025 enlargement package addressing cohesion and decision-making concerns among EU members.
Hungary blocks Moldova and Ukraine from opening negotiation clusters.
Moldova's President Maia Sandu emphasized the need for full membership.