Portugal reiterates its backing for Ukraine's EU membership bid and peace talks involvement
Portugal and European Allies Reaffirm Support for Ukraine's EU Bid and Peace Talks
In a significant show of solidarity, Portugal and several European leaders have reiterated their support for Ukraine's bid to join the European Union (EU) and urged intensified diplomatic efforts towards resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia.
The high-profile meeting, called by US President Donald Trump, took place in Washington following a summit in Alaska with the Russian counterpart. Among the attendees were the French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British leader Keir Starmer, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Notably, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was also present.
The gathering followed a meeting between Trump and Putin where Putin reportedly agreed to allow US and European security guarantees for Ukraine. The US pledged continued engagement in providing Ukraine with NATO-like security guarantees, a move welcomed by European allies, including Portugal, signaling a cooperative effort to deter Russian aggression while preparing for Ukraine's future EU and security membership.
Portugal's Prime Minister António Costa emphasized the need for "accelerated practical work" to provide Ukraine with security guarantees akin to NATO's Article 5, reflecting a commitment to Ukraine's long-term security and European integration. Portugal's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Paulo Rangel, further reaffirmed this stance during a video conference with Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister.
Despite some EU member states, such as Hungary, continuing to veto EU accession talks with Ukraine, Portugal and many others advocate for Ukraine's integration as a strategic necessity for European stability and resilience against external pressures from Russia and global powers. Ukrainian civil society remains committed to democratic reforms and anti-corruption efforts despite wartime challenges, reinforcing credibility toward EU accession standards that countries like Portugal consider essential.
No announcements related to a conflict resolution agreement were made at the summit in Alaska. However, Portugal and the EU allies press for matching diplomatic momentum with practical measures to end the conflict and support Ukraine.
In summary, Portugal and other attending countries strongly back Ukraine’s EU candidate status, support NATO-like security guarantees with US participation, and favor intensified diplomatic and practical steps toward peace talks with Russia following the high-profile meeting hosted by President Trump in Washington.
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