UkrainePublished: 12 June 2026 at 01:02
Ukraine must accelerate EU accession to avoid Montenegro scenario
Ukraine needs to speed up EU accession negotiations to avoid the slow progress and loss of political momentum seen in Montenegro's process.
In a recent commentary, it was emphasized that Ukraine cannot afford the "Montenegro scenario" in its EU accession negotiations. This scenario refers to a decade of slow movement, inconsistency, and loss of political momentum. The message underscores the need for Ukraine to meet critical benchmarks more quickly and efficiently to keep the process on track. The comparison highlights the risks of prolonged negotiations and the importance of maintaining political will and consistent progress. Ukraine is urged to outpace Albania and other candidates by focusing on timely implementation of reforms.
