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Ukraine has completed all key reforms to join the EU – now it’s up to Brussels

Ukraine has completed the implementation of key reforms related to its accession to the European Union, so now it is up to the EU to take the next step. This was stated by the President of the European Council Antonio Costa after the informal summit of EU leaders held on October 1 in Copenhagen, reports "Komersant Ukrainian" reports with reference to Ukrinform.

“We are paving the way for Ukraine’s membership in the EU. Ukraine is implementing reforms related to accession, and the European Commission has recognized this. It is now the EU’s turn to act, as enlargement is a merit-based process, and because enlargement will strengthen Europe,” Costa emphasized.

In addition to the European integration issue, the summit discussed the new 19th sanctions package against Russia. According to the President of the European Council, the restrictions may affect Russian banks, the shadow fleet, cryptocurrencies, and oil export revenues.

Separately, EU leaders considered a mechanism of financial support for Ukraine through frozen Russian assets.

“Russia must realize that Ukraine’s partners, including the EU, have the will and ability to continue their support until a lasting and just peace is established,” Costa emphasized.

As reported by [Kommersant] the process of checking Ukrainian legislation for compliance with EU standards is entering its final stage.

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