Agreement on the revision of the free trade area

Agreement on the revision of the free trade area

30.06.2025
On 30 June 2025, the EU and Ukraine reached an agreement in principle on the revision of the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) Agreement in accordance with Article 29 of the Association Agreement. Negotiators are currently working on the finalisation of the agreement in principle.

This review contributes to the gradual integration of Ukraine into the EU’s Single Market and illustrates that the EU’s commitment to supporting Ukraine is as firm as ever. Once adopted, the reviewed DCFTA will be beneficial for both sides, by providing a framework for long-term economic certainty and stable trade relations.

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, said: “With this modernised agreement, we are securing trade flows from Ukraine to Europe and global markets. And we are also building bridges of resilience and economic solidarity in the face of Russia’s unjustified war of aggression. At the same time, we continue to safeguard the interests of our farmers. Ukraine’s place is in the family. We remain committed to a path of mutual growth and stability, leading to its full integration in our Union.”

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