EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katerina Maternova expressed concern about delays in the adoption of important reforms by the Verkhovna Rada in an interview with "Ukrinform." She emphasized that the "windows of opportunity" currently opening for Ukraine do not remain available forever.
The Importance of Reforms for Eurointegration
Maternova noted that historically, "windows of opportunity" arise at various moments, but no one can predict when they might close. She highlighted that Ukraine is making significant sacrifices on the path to European integration, and it is crucial to take advantage of the current momentum for expansion.
Calls for Action
The ambassador urged Ukrainian lawmakers to urgently vote on the laws that the country has committed to adopting. She believes this is critical to avoid falling behind other leaders in the process of Eurointegration.
Potential Consequences of Delays
Delays in reforms could have serious consequences for Ukraine, including:
- Loss of opportunities for receiving financial assistance from the EU;
- Decreased support from European partners;
- Complicated integration process into European structures.