#6 Ukraine needs fast reforms, not a fast track to the EU
Germany continues to support Ukraine in its struggle against Russian aggression and its aspirations to join the EU. Andreas Metz, Director for Public Affairs at the German Eastern Business Association, emphasizes the need for the EU to undergo reforms and prepare for the uncertainties surrounding American support for Ukraine.
Despite the West’s success in maintaining solidarity with Ukraine amidst increasing war fatigue, the outcome of the war remains unclear. While anticipated political shifts in the U.S. are going to visibly impact the broader dynamics of Ukraine's NATO and EU integration, the recent election of a new government in Poland promises potential advancements in Polish-German relations. In this podcast renowned international experts discuss recent political developments and their impact on European and global security with a particular focus on the ongoing war in Ukraine. The podcast was produced in cooperation with the Jan Nowak-Jeziorański College of Eastern Europe as a part of the 5th German-Polish Round Table on Eastern Europe.