The European Union may introduce a one-time membership fee for countries wishing to join the union.

Azernews reports that this was stated by Polish Finance Minister Katarzyna Pelczynska-Nalencz.

She said, ‘The US and the UK charge similar fees, so why shouldn’t we consider a similar approach for EU membership? This could create additional financial opportunities.’

In discussing the importance of increasing the EU’s revenues, the Polish minister also called for a ‘comprehensive investment policy.’

It’s worth noting that Poland currently holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union until June.