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Kos on North Macedonia's EU Path

EU Enlargement Commissioner candidate Marta Kos's statement on North Macedonia's path to EU accession, emphasizing constitutional amendments and bilateral issue resolution.

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What is Marta Kos's stance on North Macedonia's EU accession process?: Marta Kos, the EU's Enlargement Commissioner candidate, stated that once North Macedonia amends its constitution, further progress will be made without additional conditions.
What conditions did Marta Kos mention as essential for North Macedonia's progress?: Kos emphasized the importance of adhering to the negotiation framework and upholding the integrity of the enlargement process. She expects North Macedonia to implement the constitutional changes as promised.
What is the overall expectation and next step for North Macedonia's EU integration?: The focus is on North Macedonia fulfilling its commitments, particularly the constitutional amendments, to pave the way for EU accession. Bilateral issues will be addressed while prioritizing the enlargement process's integrity.
What role does the rule of law play in the EU accession process, according to Marta Kos?: She highlighted the significance of upholding the rule of law, respecting human rights, and ensuring minority rights, emphasizing that these are fundamental aspects of the accession process.
How will bilateral disputes, such as the one between Bulgaria and North Macedonia, be addressed?: Kos addressed concerns regarding bilateral issues between member states and candidate countries, particularly between Bulgaria and North Macedonia, stating that fulfilling obligations is essential. She assured that efforts will be made to prevent bilateral issues from hindering the enlargement process.

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