The conclusions for the Western Balkans, approved by the European Council, are clarified

2022-06-23 22:43:37Politikë SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
The conclusions for the Western Balkans, approved by the European Council, are
Conclusions on the Western Balkans are clarified

The Council of Europe spokesman has published the conclusions for the Western Balkans, approved at the last meeting held in Brussels and which ended again with a blockade on Albania and Northern Macedonia.

Among the conclusions can be seen that the EU once again expresses its commitment to the prospect of EU membership of the Western Balkans and calls for the acceleration of the accession process. They also discussed the importance of reforms and an immediate solution to the stalemate between northern Macedonia and Bulgaria.

Conclusions adopted by the Council of Europe

15. The European Union fully and unequivocally expresses its commitment to the prospect of EU membership of the Western Balkans and calls for the acceleration of the accession process.

16. Relying on the revised methodology, the European Council invites the Commission, the High Representative and the Council to further advance the gradual integration already between the European Union and the region during the enlargement process itself in a reversible and merit-based manner.

17. The European Council recalls the importance of reforms, especially in the area of ​​rule of law and those related to the independence and functioning of the judiciary and the fight against corruption. It also calls on partners to guarantee the rights and equal treatment of minorities.

18. The European Council was briefed on the latest developments in the discussions between Bulgaria and Macedonia. He calls for a speedy final settlement of the remaining issues so that membership negotiations can be opened without delay.

19. The European Council reaffirms the urgent need for tangible progress in resolving outstanding bilateral issues and regional disputes between Belgrade and Pristina and the continuation of dialogue to normalize relations.

20. The European Council welcomes the political agreement reached on 12 June 2022 by the leaders of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Brussels, which is necessary for the stability and full functioning of the country and in order to respond to the aspirations of the people. It calls on all political leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina to swiftly implement the commitments set out in the agreement and urgently finalize constitutional and electoral reform, which will allow the country to move resolutely on its European path, in line with the opinion of the Commission.

21. The European Council is ready to grant candidate status to Bosnia and Herzegovina invites the Commission to report without delay to the Council on the implementation of the 14 key priorities set out in its opinion with particular attention to those constituting a substantial group reforms so that the European Council can return to decide on this issue.


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