EU Membership, NATO Alliance Top Priority For Ukraine In 2025 – Zelenskyy
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said becoming a member of the European Union (EU) and strengthening its alliance with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is top priority for the country in 2025.
Zelenskyy disclosed this in a post on X platform on Sunday while celebrating Ukraine’s diplomats on their professional day.
He said the alliances and partnerships formed are necessary even as the country continues to defend itself against Russia’s invasion, which has moved into its third year.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine is focused on “the European Union and everything necessary for Ukraine’s full EU membership.”
“At all levels within the EU – from the highest institutions to civil society leaders – Ukraine’s voice must be strong, clear, and persuasive. We need EU membership.
“Next year, we must do our utmost to achieve this in the course of negotiations and in building relations with our partners in the EU. This is why Poland’s presidency in the EU, and Denmark’s in the second half of the year, must become historic for Ukraine,” he said.
Zelenskyy called for partnership with NATO as well as stabilising global relations, which would ensure that Russia is held “accountable for this war.”
He said, “I expect substantial progress in Ukraine-NATO cooperation. Inviting Ukraine to join NATO is a political decision that requires bold leadership.
“It is crucial that Ukraine’s efforts regarding NATO do not remain confined to offices. In relations with relevant countries, as well as in all other countries that can help with important decisions, diplomats must work daily to shape public opinion – using methods that are effective, not just convenient.
“Partners need to understand what Ukraine can offer the Alliance, why this will benefit everyone, and how it will stabilize global relations. Alliance for Ukraine is achievable, but only if we fight for this decision at every necessary level.
“Over the years of war, we have established systemic cooperation with many partners regarding weapons for our men and women on the frontline. The same systemic approach must be developed for all aspects of achieving a just peace for Ukraine. This is just as important as the supply of weapons.
“We must pursue our policy and not allow anyone to decide anything behind Ukraine’s back. Russia must be held accountable for this war. Sanctions against Russia must remain in place for as long as we need to maintain pressure on Russia,” he stated.
EU Membership, NATO Alliance Top Priority For Ukraine In 2025 – Zelenskyy is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
