I believe that these are historic times that require strong and timely decisions, but also unity in the actions of the entire EU and its Member States, said the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Northern Macedonia, Bujar Osmani, during his meeting. Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Josep Borel

Josep Boról Fontales is a Spanish politician from the Spanish Socialist Workers' Union who is in the country today.

"Our blocked process of European integration is a source of systemic vulnerability, which is easily and skillfully exploited by external actors. There should be no hesitation about countries that are ready to adhere to common European values, principles and standards. In this situation. It is imperative that EU member states make a concerted effort, build consensus and decide to start accession negotiations between the Republic of Northern Macedonia and Albania. "Osmani said.

During their meeting, Osmani and Borel agreed that only in this way would the European Union strengthen its strategic role in foreign and security policy and take on its strategic leadership.

As well as the continuation of the enlargement policy is important for the security and unity of the whole continent and the strength of the Euro-Atlantic Alliance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Republic of Northern Macedonia said in a press release after the meeting.

Josep Borrell: Membership talks with Tirana and Skopje must begin as soon as possible

The Republic of Northern Macedonia is the first country in the region to be included in Josep Borrell's tour

Josep Boról Fontales is a Spanish politician from the Spanish Socialist Workers' Union.

Earlier in the day in Skopje, he met with President Stevo Pendarovski and Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski.

He will meet with Parliament Speaker Talat Xhaferi and leaders of the main political parties in parliament.

His visit to the region, which runs until March 16th, continues in Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina. 

Josep Borrell

EU membership

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