EU says Montenegro on track to become bloc's next member state by 2028
Montenegro is likely to become the EU's 28th member state by 2028, according to the European Commission. The country has made significant progress in the accession process, including in the areas of human and minority rights, and healthcare. Montenegro could sign an accession treaty with the EU in June 2027.
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- ✓ Montenegro is on track to become the EU's 28th member state by 2028.
- ✓ Montenegro could sign an accession treaty with the EU in June 2027.
- ✓ The European Commission has recognized significant progress in the field of human and minority rights in Montenegro.
- ✓ Montenegro has made progress in healthcare, with improved ratings in both negotiation chapters.
What changed
The European Commission has confirmed Montenegro's progress in various areas, including human and minority rights, and healthcare, bringing it closer to EU membership.
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EU says Montenegro on track to become bloc's next member state by 2028
Montenegro is likely to become the EU's 28th member state by 2028, according to the European Commission. The country has made significant progress in the accession process, including in the areas of human and minority rights, and healthcare. Montenegro could sign an accession treaty with the EU in June 2027.
Why it matters
Montenegro's potential membership in the EU is significant as it would be the first country from the Western Balkans to join the bloc. The EU's enlargement policy has faced challenges, including the need for member states to show their commitment to the process. The European Commission's assessment of Montenegro's progress is based on the country's fulfillment of specific criteria and reforms.
What is confirmed
- Montenegro is on track to become the EU's 28th member state by 2028.
- Montenegro could sign an accession treaty with the EU in June 2027.
- The European Commission has recognized significant progress in the field of human and minority rights in Montenegro.
- Montenegro has made progress in healthcare, with improved ratings in both negotiation chapters.
Still unconfirmed
- Montenegro rejects 'second-class' EU membership as it eyes 2028 accession.
What to watch next
- Montenegro's closure of EU chapters 1 and 12 on November 6
- The European Commission's continued assessment of Montenegro's progress
- The outcome of the French election and its potential impact on EU enlargement
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