Ukraine on the road to the European Union: realities and prospects through the Lens of the Polish Experience

The report provides an overview of key aspects of the accession process – from the global political background, through an analysis of internal challenges and conditions, to the formal criteria that Ukraine must meet to become a full member of the EU. We also present scenarios and forecasts of the long-term effects of integration for both sides. We view the process as an opportunity to deepen European cooperation, strengthen security, improve competitiveness, and increase the EU’s resilience to external threats. Furthermore, understanding the determinants and implications of Ukraine’s accession is the key to consciously and responsibly shaping Europe’s future.