Croatia to switch to euro, enter passport-free Schengen zone
Delaying Romania's acceptance, at the whim of a hardliner right-wing government like Austria's, could only impact the stability of the area - long term - considering the strategic placement of the country, which could always "swing" to elect its own pro-Putin government, if the nationalism rises as result of Schengen denial. Interesting aspects to monitor in the year(s) to come...