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European Commission Says EU Veto Rules Can Slow Enlargement Decisions
The European Commission has stated that the requirement for unanimous approval among EU member states can delay decisions on EU enlargement. This veto power slows down the accession process for candidate countries.
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EU expansion rules now mean your market entry could face prolonged blockage from any member state. Founders aiming to scale across the EU must factor in slower access and potential political hold-ups.
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