This document discusses the implementation of the European Statistical System (ESS) Vision 2020 and its relevance for enlargement countries. It provides an overview of the ESS Vision 2020, which aims to better understand user needs, improve quality, exploit new data sources, improve dissemination, and advance the production process. The implementation involves governance, a portfolio of 8 ESS Vision Implementation Projects (ESS.VIPs), and linking the ESS.VIPs to the key areas. Recent news is provided on strategic risks, progress discussions, and ways to promote European statistics. The relevance of some ESS.VIPs for enlargement countries is noted in areas like microdata exchange and validation rules. Questions are posed on best ways to involve enlargement