A negative one, because of the diversion of trade from Ukraine and Moldova. 60% (101 votes) A positive one, because of trade creation with the rest of the EU. 40% (67 votes) Total votes: 168 Presentation videos: Embedded video for What has been the net welfare effect of European integration for EU external border regions such as the North-East region of Romania?Embedded video for What has been the net welfare effect of European integration for EU external border regions such as the North-East region of Romania?