European Parliament Backs Report on Albania’s Membership Prospects
The European Parliament’s External Commission has adopted a report on Albania, paving the way for a vote in the plenary session. The report, prepared by Rapporteur Andreas Schieder, received approval with 58 votes in favor, 7 against, and 7 abstentions. The document assesses Albania’s progress toward meeting the criteria for European Union membership, with a particular focus on the objective of readiness by 2027.
The report maintains that this goal remains achievable. According to the findings, Albania is recognized as a leading candidate for enlargement within the European Commission. Commissioner Marta Kos has identified Albania as one of two countries at the forefront of enlargement efforts.
The adopted report incorporates insights from the Commission’s own assessment, detailing ongoing progress and areas requiring further attention. It emphasizes the European Parliament’s commitment to supporting Albania’s continued alignment with EU standards and values. The final vote on the report is scheduled to take place in the upcoming plenary session.
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This is a significant step forward for Albania’s potential EU membership, though the debate highlights ongoing considerations.