Mickoski: The Essence Is that We Are Not Evaluated on Reforms and Steps, but Rather on Bilateral Issues and Disputes

North Macedonia's EU Aspirations Stalled by Bilateral Disputes and Internal Demands

North Macedonia finds itself at a critical juncture in its pursuit of European Union membership, facing persistent hurdles stemming from historical disputes with Bulgaria and internal constitutional demands. Despite years of effort and progress on other fronts, the nation’s EU accession talks remain stalled, prompting frustration among its leadership and citizens. Key Takeaways North Macedonia’s EU accession is blocked by Bulgaria, primarily ov…

Mickoski: The essence is that we are not evaluated on reforms and steps, but rather on bilateral issues and disputes

Tirana – I no longer see any substance if bilateral problems and bilateral disputes are what determine whether countries should become full members within the EU. For me, the essence I see is delivery, reforms, the steps that are being fulfilled. And as long as it is based on the delivery system, then absolutely we as a state will be competitive and I am convinced that we will be the ones who reach the final goal first, said Prime Minister Chris…