Ukraine is lagging behind Moldova on the way to EU membership because of corruption, the FT writes, citing reports from the European Commission. Brussels believes that Chisinau can complete the negotiations by the beginning of 2028, while Kyiv will need another year and "speed up the pace of reforms". A special task force was established to help Ukraine.

Ukraine is lagging behind Moldova on the way to EU membership because of corruption, the FT writes, citing reports from the European Commission. Brussels believes that Chisinau can complete the negotiations by the beginning of 2028, while Kyiv will need another year and "speed up the pace of reforms". A special task force was established to help Ukraine.