Ukraine is “part of our European family”, but there are no short paths to the EU, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was quoted as saying by Focus during a speech in the Bundestag on Thursday .
KYIV.UkraineGate , 19 , May , 2022 | War News .
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“Ukraine is part of our European family. The country must be supported by the European Solidarity Fund, including in its development,” said the German Chancellor, noting that “this war, I hope, will end sooner rather than later.”
Speaking about Ukraine’s aspirations to join the EU, Scholz said that “the European Council is expected to make a statement in this regard in late June.” But it should be clear that “there is no shortened path to the EU,” said the German Chancellor.
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According to him, this issue also requires justice for other candidates. He mentioned the Western Balkans.
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On May 9, Ukraine completed and submitted to the European Commission the final part of the EU membership questionnaire. A positive decision is expected in June.
Thus, it was reported that the conclusion of the European Commission on Ukraine’s application for EU membership is expected on June 8 or 15.
Source: Ukrgate
