Ukrainian legislation in the field of energy policy, foreign policy, as well as security and defense policy was rated the highest.
The European Commission has published reports assessing the ability of Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia to commit themselves to membership in the European Union. It was found out on Friday, February 3.
The reports contain an analysis of the degree to which countries are in line with EU law, a set of common rights and obligations of its members. These reports complement the Conclusions on the three countries’ applications for EU membership, adopted by the European Commission in June 2022.
The 67-page report of Ukraine is based on data as of June 2022. According to the assessment of the European Commission, Ukrainian legislation on financial control standards, free movement of workers, intellectual property, social policy, protection on the environment and climate, as well as legislation related to agriculture and fishing, are at an initial level of compliance with EU Standards.
Ukrainian legislation in the areas of justice, freedom and security, as well as public procurement, statistics, capital flows, corporate law, competition, consumer protection and health, and taxation are highly rated.
At a moderate level, the regulatory framework in the field of free movement of goods, digital innovation and media, economic and financial policy, science and research is assessed. In the field of providing digital services to the population and business, Ukraine is at an advanced level.
Ukrainian legislation in the field of energy policy, foreign policy, as well as security and defense policy was rated the highest. In addition, Ukraine’s readiness to join the EU Customs Union is highly appreciated.
The reports also provide recommendations for future work in various areas.
“The European Commission will continue to provide guidance and support to Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia in this regard to help the three countries further align with EU standards and regulations covering all EU legislation,” said report.
The EC is expected to report on the progress made by the three countries in addressing reform priorities as part of the next “enlargement package” to be presented in the autumn. These reports will consider policy changes from June 2022 and make recommendations for reforms to be implemented in the period ahead.
The day before, Prime Minister Denys Shmygal said that by the end of 2023, Ukraine wants to be ready for negotiations on full EU membership, and by the end of 2024, for EU membership.
The European Parliament urged to prepare negotiations on the accession of Ukraine to the EU
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Source: korrespondent
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