EU Enlargement Is of Geostrategic Interest for Europe, Says Top Brussels Official European Council President António Costa stated that expanding the European Union is a geostrategic necessity due to global geopolitical uncertainty and economic instability. He described enlargement as an investment in the continent’s peace, stability, and security. Costa made these remarks during a press conference in Tirana, Albania, hosted by Prime Minister Edi Rama.

• EU enlargement is of strategic importance amid global and economic uncertainty.
• Enlargement is considered a geostrategic necessity for Europe.
• It is viewed as an investment in the peace, stability, and security of the European continent.
• The remarks were made by European Council President António Costa in Tirana, Albania.
• Albania is currently in the process of joining the EU.