The history of disputes and plans for the expansion of the Schengen continued: Schengen will be expanded this year by 1 more country – at least the head of the European Council, Charles Michel, said that Romania meets the criteria for joining the Schengen area. He stated at a joint press conference with the President of the Republic, Klaus Iohannis, in Bucharest. At the same time, everything can happen soon – the head of the European Council said that such a goal can be achieved in 2023.
True, according to Mr. Michel, this work “will be carried out very intensely.” He supported the idea of the Romanian president, who had previously said that the EU would be more secure with Romania and Bulgaria in the Schengen area.
“It is also absolutely clear that Romania meets the criteria. This means that the time has come to make a political decision as soon as possible. And I will make every effort to ensure that such a decision is taken as soon as possible,” said the head of the European Council.
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