EU enlargement: European Commission tables reforms to prepare bloc for new members

The European Commission has proposed a set of reforms to prepare the European Union for potential new member states. These reforms include giving candidate countries earlier access to EU markets, changing voting rules to reduce vetoes, and implementing additional safeguards to ensure a larger bloc functions smoothly. The proposed changes aim to make the EU more inclusive and efficient, but their fairness and feasibility remain uncertain.

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The European Commission's reforms aim to prepare the bloc for new members, which could lead to increased economic cooperation and growth. Earlier access to EU markets may attract foreign investment.

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