KACHKA: Ukraine will complete the final stage of the screening process in EU accession negotiations. . .but major hurdles remain before membership is possible

“We basically have one chapter left on Monday–Tuesday. 

• On September 29–30, we’ll hold the final screening session. 
• After that, the key question is how to maintain the same fast pace of negotiations. 

Ideally, this would require a decision from all 27 member states, but at the moment Hungary maintains its special position. 

• That’s why we are discussing here with our French colleagues how this issue can be resolved,” Kachka said.

Deputy PM on EU accession talks: after screening, Ukraine to move to “benchmark” stage

Published: 29 Sep / 2025   18:41

 

 

HERE ARE THE STICKING POINTS:

Hungarian opposition: Hungary has repeatedly blocked the opening of negotiation clusters with Ukraine. Efforts by the European Council to find a way around Hungary's veto are underway, but unanimous consent is required by the current rules.

Benchmarks for accession: The accession process can only continue once the unanimous agreement of all 27 member states is reached at each interim stage, 

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