
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz offered Ukraine associate membership of the EU instead of full membership during talks in Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky, who refused, insisting on full and equal membership.
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Ukraine is seeking full EU membership as part of its European integration and security strategy following the outbreak of conflict with Russia in 2022. Germany, as one of the leading EU countries, influences the process of admitting new members.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky during negotiations in Kyiv were unable to agree on the accelerated entry of the post-Soviet country into the European Union (EU). Politico reported this.
In particular, Merz offers Ukraine “associate membership” instead of full membership. This will give Kyiv access to the European Union and observer status in the EU Council, the European Commission and the European Parliament without voting rights.
It is emphasized that Zelensky refused the offer of the German Chancellor, noting that Ukraine needs “full and equal” membership in the EU.
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