Poland doubts Ukraine's accession to the EU in 2027

Ukraine is unlikely to join the EU in 2027 - Navrotskyi

Ukraine may not be able to join the European Union in 2027, as the admission process is extremely complex and lengthy. This was stated by President of Poland Karol Nawrocki, commenting on the possible timing of Ukraine's European integration.

Poland's position

According to Navrotsky, he is well remembered in Poland, how long and multi-level the path to EU membership is.

The President emphasised that the accession process is «very complicated» and the date 2027 for Ukraine currently looks like «an unattainable prospect».

Context of the statement

The statement comes amid discussions in Europe about:

• possible Accelerating Ukraine's accession to the EU;

• linking European integration processes to post-war settlement;

• necessity Reforming the EU enlargement procedures.

At the same time, official Kyiv has repeatedly emphasised that EU membership remains a strategic goal for Ukraine, and the negotiation process should be as quick as possible, provided the necessary criteria are met.

Wider European background

There is no consensus within the EU on specific dates for enlargement. The accession process requires:

• execution Copenhagen criteria;

• opening and closing all negotiation sections;

• unanimous support of all EU member states.