The Irish Taoiseach told Euronews reporter Shona Murray that the European Union should pursue all instruments it has to stop what he says is an "unreasonable exploitation" of the veto mechanism. He argued that, if continued, this will make the EU unworkable.
He added that Ukraine must join the EU for geopolitical reasons. However, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said last week that there can be no Ukrainian EU accession without Hungary. Orbán has cited concerns that Ukraine's accession could bankrupt the EU. However, Martin called Budapest's efforts to block this process "outrageous".
We also look at strategic talks between Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and defence industry CEOs in Brussels today as the EU is looking to boost weapons production.
Finally, after decades of rapid development in digital literacy, the pace in Europe has slowed dramatically. Where is this situation most problematic?
This episode of Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Lauren Walker with journalist Maïa de la Baume. Audio editing by Johan Breton. Music by Alexandre Jas.
