EU Ambassador Rokas: EU commitment to North Macedonia's European future unchanged

European Union Ambassador to North Macedonia Mihalis Rokas assessed the European Commission's annual progress report. Rokas said the EU recognises the country's efforts and commitments in its European integration process, and that its support for North Macedonia's European future has not changed.

Rokas said the EU sees the country's achievements, its potential and citizens' wishes for a European path. The ambassador said: "The European Union recognises North Macedonia's efforts and achievements, the potential and aspirations of its people. Our commitment to your future in the European Union is solid and continues unchanged."

The ambassador stressed that the 2026 Enlargement Report offers a clear roadmap for the next steps on the path to membership and for the reforms that need to be carried out. According to Rokas, the time has now come for the country to use the opportunities offered by its European perspective and to continue efforts to meet reform priorities.