The Union enlargement process is built on established criteria, fair and rigorous conditionality and the principle of own merits. A firm commitment to fundamentals first approach, which requires a strong focus on the rule of law, fundamental rights, the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration reform, as well as on economic criteria, remains essential. Progress depends on implementation by the Republic of Moldova (Moldova) of the necessary reforms to align with the Union acquis.
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