Ukraine expects EU accession clusters to open

Ukraine expects the European Union to open its first formal accession negotiation clusters in the coming weeks, according to Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka. This move would mark the first concrete step in membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova after years of political delay. The process has been largely stalled by Hungary's veto power within the EU. The opening of clusters is a significant procedural milestone on the long path toward potential EU membership.