The European Parliament calls on the European Union to start serious negotiations on Ukraine's EU membership by mid-December

The European Parliament calls on the European Union to start serious negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU by mid-December this year. This was stated by the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola.

"We must fulfill our promises to start negotiations. Ukraine's efforts to implement reforms have been extraordinary, especially in the face of war," she said.

The head of the European Parliament noted that if the criteria for reforms have been sufficiently met, the EU should respond.

"And I remain optimistic that this can be achieved this year," she said.

This statement by the President of the European Parliament reflects support and recognition of Ukraine's efforts to implement reforms and changes aimed at approximation to European standards. Ukraine has already come a long way in reforms and modernization to meet EU requirements.

The start of serious negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU is an important step in cooperation between the country and the European Union. It opens up new opportunities for further strengthening political, economic and cultural ties between Ukraine and EU member states.

Ukraine intends to continue its reforms and expand its cooperation with the European Union, in particular on the path to potential membership. This encourages the country to continue its efforts to implement the necessary reforms and adopt European standards.

However, it should be noted that the process of negotiations and approximation to EU membership is complex and takes time. The European Union has established criteria and requirements that must be fulfilled in order to obtain candidate status and further membership.

The launch of serious negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU in mid-December may become a new stage in the development of relations between Ukraine and the European Union, as well as strengthening of the EU's support and cooperation.