Cristina Gherasimov
head of Moldova's Bureau for European Integration
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- Oct 13
EU opens two accession clusters with Ukraine and Moldova, bringing both closer to membership
The step came a day after all 27 member states approved it, and a few hours after Ukraine adopted a minority-education law that Hungary had demanded in return for lifting its veto.
- Jun 12
EU clears opening of first accession cluster for Ukraine and Moldova as Hungary lifts veto
All 27 EU member states have agreed to launch the first cluster of accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, with the first intergovernmental conference set for Monday, 15 June 2026. The move comes after Hungary's new government lifted its veto following an agreement on minority rights.