The PACT Model: A Strategic Framework for Ukraine's EU Accession (ecfr.eu)

• Implementation of a staged PACT framework for accession.
• Prioritization of political alignment over immediate market harmonization.
• Strategic mitigation of internal political friction regarding enlargement.

"Proposed strategy to reform Ukraine's accession process through the 'PACT' model (Political Accession and Convergence Tool). The framework prioritizes political integration to sustain momentum during the peace process while addressing voter concerns regarding institutional capacity. By decoupling core political alignment from complex technical acquis alignment, the EU can provide a tangible security anchor for Kyiv while managing domestic political risks within existing member states."