EU Council implements plan for Western Balkans enlargement

BRUSSELS, Belgium: This week, the European Union (EU) said it would accelerate reforms and economic growth in the region by approving a plan worth 6 billion euros (US$6.45 billion) to support Western Balkan states seeking future membership in the bloc.

The plan, which covers the period from 2024 to 2027, is expected to provide grants worth up to 2 billion euros ($2.15 billion) and loans worth 4 billion euros ($4