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Ukraine needs 'hard work, determination' to join EU, says von der Leyen

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says Ukraine's bid to join the EU is "within reach" She said the path towards EU membership required reforms in many areas including tackling corruption. She was addressing the Ukrainian parliament following the approval of Ukraine and Moldova as candidates for EU membership.

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Ukraine needs 'hard work, determination' to join EU: Von der Leyen

Ukraine's bid to join the European Union (EU) is "within reach" but requires "hard work, determination and above all unity of purpose," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday. Addressing the Ukrainian parliament via video link, she said the path towards EU membership required reforms in many areas including tackling corruption. She also took note of the steps Ukraine had already taken in this direction.

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