President Roberta Metsola urged EU leaders to act promptly on enlargement, competitiveness, and the EU budget. She emphasized the importance of delivering results efficiently, particularly in relation to the opening of accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, the long-term EU budget negotiations, and enhancing competitiveness through simplifying rules and addressing market barriers. Metsola stressed the urgency and the need to find common ground to tackle challenges effectively. She expressed optimism in reaching agreements by the end of the year if discussions proceed constructively.