BRUSSELS, Oct 7 – The European Union recognizes Ukraine's European aspirations and declares its commitment to political association and economic integration.

"We reaffirmed our commitment to strengthening the political association and economic integration of Ukraine with the European Union, including through continued close cooperation to strengthen the rule of law, advance reforms, foster sustainable economic growth, support the green and digital transitions and increase resilience," the leaders of the EU and Ukraine said in the joint statement on the results of the Ukraine-EU summit in Brussels on Tuesday.