Ukraine’s position in the European Union’s Neighbourhood Policy

Abstract

The objective of the present paper is to discuss Ukraine’s position in both
the European Neighbourhood Policy (established in 2004) and the Eastern
Partnership project based on the policy. The Orange Revolution of 2004 and
events of 2013/2014 in Ukraine labeled the Euromaidan indicated that the
European direction of the country is of critical importance for a considerable
part of Ukrainian society and political elites. Integration with the EU presents
a necessity for a civilizational choice for Ukraine. The fact that, of all states
located on the EU’s eastern border, it is Ukraine which poses the greatest
challenge, is noteworthy. Ukraine’s geopolitical and geoeconomic position
make it a key player both for the EU and Russia as well.