47. Can EU enlargement outrun autocracy?

In the 47th episode of This Time Tomorrow, Omri and Daniela discuss the urgency and geopolitical stakes of EU enlargement, framing it as a strategic move against rising autocracy. How are countries like Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova navigating the accession process? Does Serbia’s democratic backsliding serve as a cautionary tale? Delaying enlargement risks ceding influence to authoritarian powers like Russia and China, while accelerating it may very well strengthen Europe’s security and economic resilience. But to properly accommodate new members, the EU needs reform… (not least, the veto needs to go). It’s high time that we started seeing enlargement as a proactive, values-driven process rather than a bureaucratic checklist. Listen now! Tell your friends! Hit subscribe and follow to never miss an episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thistimetomorrowpod.substack.com