Nevertheless, the House also expressed its belief that "the negotiations should lead to the conclusion of an Association Agreement that contributes efficiently and credibly to the European perspective of Ukraine and opens the corresponding process, including the possibility of membership."
Eiropas Komisija dalībvalstu (ES Padomes vārdā) tās sāka šā gada 5. martā, jo nākamgad spēku zaudēs 1998. gadā uz desmit gadiem noslēgtais Partnerības un sadarbības nolīgums.