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Leaders from EU and Western Balkans countries stand for a family photo in front of Pyramid Hall after Berlin Process Leaders' Summit in Tirana, Albania, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023.

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Video. EU offers Single Market access in exchange for Balkan reforms

Updated: 19/10/2023 - 9:54 GMT+2

EU leaders have offered the Western Balkans access to the single market, contingent on swift reforms, marking a significant step towards integration while providing a huge economic incentive amidst the backdrop of Russia's Ukraine conflict.

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