Hungary Signals Possible Deal With Ukraine on Minority Rights
Hungary's prime minister said talks with Ukraine on minority rights are advancing and could allow EU accession negotiations to open in June. The move would end a two-year veto and also advance Moldova's candidacy.
EuronewsHungary's prime minister said an agreement with Ukraine on minority rights could be reached as soon as this week, opening the way for EU accession talks to begin in mid-June. The prime minister spoke after a meeting in Berlin with Germany's chancellor.
He stated that negotiations are progressing and that he is prepared to meet Ukraine's president next week if a deal on fundamental rights is secured.
Background to the talks Hungary has blocked Ukraine's EU accession process for two years over the treatment of the Hungarian minority. Five diplomats told Euronews that conditions for a resolution have improved in recent days. A draft EU summit statement dated 1 June and seen by Euronews notes continued support for Ukraine's path to membership.
The text would restore unanimous backing for Ukraine's bid following the departure of a previous Hungarian leader.
Next steps The European Council president has participated in the discussions, and the enlargement commissioner has expressed confidence that the first negotiation cluster could open in June. Hungary recently received release of €16.4 billion in EU funds after talks with the European Commission president.
The prime minister said he is seeking guarantees from Ukraine on minority rights and indicated that constitutional changes may not be required. Any agreement would still need approval from all member states before formal talks can start.
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