Young people in the region continue to face unimaginable challenges, from the devastating consequences of war to democratic backsliding, exclusion and limited opportunities.
Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
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This Saturday in Georgia was the day of local elections, amid a period of extensive crackdown on dissent. Months of raids on independent media, the passing of laws targeting civil society, the jailing of opponents and activists or amendments to the electoral code favouring the ruling party…
The first edition of the European Commission’s EU Enlargement Forum will take place on 18 November 2025 in Brussels. The event, hosted by EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, comes at a time when enlargement has gained renewed momentum as a driver of stability, prosperity and democratic…
Today, Ukraine has reached an important milestone on its EU accession path with the completion of the bilateral screening with the European Commission. The bilateral screening began in July 2024
On Sunday, 28 September, the citizens of the Republic of Moldova exercised their democratic right to vote in the parliamentary elections. The election results confirm the people’s enduring support for the European future of the Republic of Moldova, as enshrined in its Constitution.
From today until Wednesday, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos is in Ukraine to reaffirm the EU’s steadfast commitment to the country’s European future and to mark the conclusion of the EU accession screening process, underscoring Ukraine’s progress toward EU membership.
The EU and Moldova decided to extend the validity of their current Road Transport Agreement until 31 March 2027. The Agreement is designed to support Moldova’s access to global markets by facilitating transit through EU countries and strengthening the country’s connections with the EU market.
Today, Moldova has reached an important milestone on its EU accession path with the completion of the bilateral screening with the European Commission. The bilateral screening began in July 2024
Yesterday, EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos concluded her visit to Azerbaijan and Armenia, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to peace, stability, and economic development in the South Caucasus. The EU aims to strengthen ties with both countries by integrating reforms with soft connectivity…
Today, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos begins a three-day trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina to underscore the EU’s support for the country’s European future.
