EU Enlargement and Resilience: Legal and Economic Reforms on Georgia's Path to Integration

Abstract

The European Union today faces multiple challenges, ranging from hybrid threats and migration to the legislative alignment requirements of candidate countries. EU enlargement remains a major strategic issue, requiring not only economic and legal reforms but also deeper socio-cultural integration. The contributions in this volume highlight Georgia's efforts to align its legislative and institutional framework with European standards. They also illustrate how protecting fundamental rights, addressing gender inequalities, and harmonizing economic and energy policies are essential for ensuring a successful and sustainable accession process. A resilient European Union cannot be built without strengthened cooperation between member states and candidate countries. It is crucial to combine security, democratic governance, and sustainable development to uphold the Union’s core values. This volume thus contributes to the ongoing reflection on the future of European integration and the conditions for successful and inclusive enlargement.