Once upon a time, becoming an EU member-state came not only with the hope of rapid economic development, but also the believe in a common European future on a peaceful and respectful continent. But the EU has radically changed. Today, Brussels is more concerned with how to force member states into compliance with its centralist visions than with the prosperity of its members. Ask Greece about this experience. Today, I’m discussing with Ian Proud about whether or not the EU still has an economic argument going for itself that should motivate states to join it. Is it worth for states like Georgia, Ukraine, or Moldova to strive for full-membership? The short answer is no.
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