Tomorrow, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos will launch the first EU Enlargement Forum 2025, ‘Completing the Union, Securing Our Future’. The event will bring together political leaders, civil society, youth and business representatives from Member States and enlargement partners to discuss the way forward towards a larger and stronger Union.
The event will begin with an opening video message from President von der Leyen, followed by a keynote speech by Commissioner Kos, launching a full day of debate on the strategic direction of EU enlargement. The Forum will be attended by High Representative/Vice-President, Kaja Kallas, President of the European Council, António Costa, as well the Prime Ministers of Moldova and Montenegro among others. Discussions will address Europe’s geopolitical priorities, the expectations of citizens, and the measures needed to strengthen both the Union’s capacity to welcome new members and partners’ preparedness to join.
The Forum will also provide an opportunity to discuss this year’s Enlargement package and the progress achieved by the enlargement partners over the past twelve months, confirming that enlargement stands high on the EU’s agenda and that the accession of new Member States is increasingly within reach.
More information on the Forum, including its livestream are available on our webpage.
