EU to back Macedonia in reforms path

Source: Xinhua| 2017-06-06 00:45:39|Editor: yan
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SKOPJE, June 5 (Xinhua) -- The European Union (EU) is ready to support the new government of Macedonia to push ahead the reforms which are so crucial for the country, EU Ambassador Samuel Zbogar told reporters Monday after meeting Macedonia's new Prime Minister Zoran Zaev.

"I have come to convey to Macedonia's PM Zaev our readiness to help and provide assistance for everything the government is going to need as regards the reforms," Zbogar said.

According to EU's official, a functional parliament and a functional government gives EU hope that Macedonia was settling the crisis which would allow it to see the future in a more optimistic way.

"Now it is time for Macedonia to truly focus on the reforms," noted Zbogar.

Meanwhile, Zaev briefed Zbogar on the priorities of the new government and its commitment to the EU integration process.

Zaev reiterated that there was no goal more important for Macedonia than the EU integration process and NATO membership.

"We've discussed all the details and commitments of the government on our path to EU accession. We've discussed ongoing projects and the significance of continuity. Reforms were definitely our focal point. We've somewhat defined the agendas ahead of us," Zaev told reporters after the meeting.

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