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EU Commission proposes safeguard against democratic backsliding by new members

Original: EU Commission floats safeguard against democratic backsliding by new members

The European Commission has floated a new safeguard mechanism aimed at preventing democratic backsliding by countries joining the EU. Under the proposal, new member states could face measures if they weaken rule-of-law standards after accession. The idea is drawing attention because recent enlargement candidates, particularly in the Western Balkans and Ukraine, have raised concerns about whether commitments to democratic reform would hold once membership is secured.

Why now: Ongoing EU enlargement talks with candidate countries have renewed fears that new members could erode democratic standards after joining.

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• EU Commission floats safeguard against democratic backsliding by new members · The Olympian
• EU Commission floats safeguard against democratic backsliding by new members · Reuters

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