Members of the European Union have approved the phased integration of Bulgaria and Romania into the Schengen Zone. EU countries will lift border controls on the maritime and air borders of the two countries starting from March 2024. Controls will still be maintained on land borders, according to the press service of the European Commission. “Today marks a historic moment for Bulgaria and Romania. And a day of great pride for Romanian and Bulgarian citizens. As of March, they will be able to freely cross internal sea and air borders, without border controls. This is a major step forward for bot…