One reason a European country might decide to join the European Union is the economic benefits associated with EU membership. These benefits include access to a larger single market, which can lead to increased trade, investment opportunities, and economic growth.
Conversely, a country might decide not to join the European Union due to concerns about national sovereignty. Potential members may fear that joining the EU would require them to cede some degree of control over their laws and regulations to EU institutions, limiting their ability to make independent decisions on key issues such as immigration, trade policies, and fiscal matters.