Brussels – Slovenian MEP Irena Joveva stated to MIA that it is unjust to categorize North Macedonia alongside Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding their European integration progress.
Joveva remarked that while Montenegro and Albania, particularly Montenegro, are the most advanced in the region regarding reforms and progress, it is unfair to imply that North Macedonia is on the same level as Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. She expressed this sentiment while acknowledging her Macedonian heritage.
As a member of the “Renew Europe” liberal group, Joveva highlighted the unfairness of this comparison, especially in light of the current situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia.
“The Macedonian state has indeed made progress; however, the assessment tends to be overly generalized. While North Macedonia may not have advanced as much as Montenegro, it is important to recognize and acknowledge the progress that has been made,” Joveva stated.
She urged that a detailed reading of the European Commission’s report for 2025 would reveal the actual progress made by North Macedonia, which deserves to be recognized rather than being placed in the same category as Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“This narrative is incorrect and unfair, especially coming from the European Commission. It is essential to assert that North Macedonia has made progress. I believe the country is advancing and is on a positive trajectory toward European Union accession,” Joveva concluded. (November 6, 2025)
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