European Commission: Hungary’s poll on Ukraine’s EU membership is internal affair of country
The European Commission considers the intention of the Hungarian authorities to conduct a consultative survey on Ukraine's future membership in the EU to be an internal affair of this country.
This was stated by the European Commission spokesman Marcus Lammert, Censor.NET reports citing Ukrinform.
"Regarding Hungary and the poll. We are aware of the decision to hold a new consultative vote, which was launched by the Hungarian government, on Ukraine's accession to the EU. This initiative is a matter for national authorities. Our position is clear: enlargement is and remains a priority for this European Commission. Ukraine belongs to the European family, and that is why the EU has opened accession negotiations with Ukraine in June 2024," the European Commission spokesperson emphasized.
Lammert emphasized that Ukraine has proved its determination to move forward with EU membership and is achieving significant results in reforms to transform the country, while continuing to fight for its own survival and defending itself against Russian aggression.
"More than ever before, EU enlargement policy is a strategic investment in the long-term peace, stability, prosperity and security of our entire continent. We must make no mistake - this is about our own security, as there will be no European security without Ukraine's security," Lammert said.
According to him, EU enlargement is in the interests of new and existing member states. "This is a watershed moment for Europe, so there is no room for hesitation now. The European Commission intends to continue to support all partners in the enlargement process, including Ukraine, and to achieve sustainable progress on their way to EU membership," the spokesman added.
At the same time, the European Commission refrained from commenting on how the agreement on the exploitation of Ukraine's natural resources proposed by the United States could affect the process of its European integration, as such an agreement has not yet been formed and is still subject to negotiations.
