Skopje, 25 December 2023 (MIA) - Discussions are ongoing with both traditional coalition partners and other partners in the Government, but we should leave room for a joint decision based on empirical analyses, harmonization of programmes and human resources, said Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski on Monday.

PM Kovachevski was quizzed by reporters over the option of SDSM and DUI going separately or together in a pre-election coalition, to which he said that coalitions are made on the basis of values, noting that the elections will see two blocs, the SDSM-led being the one promoting the country's European integration.

"It's normal to have discussions with coalition partners. These discussions are conducted at two levels: one with traditional coalition partners, some of which already saying they would join SDSM at the elections. The same goes for the discussions with other coalition partners from the Government, with whom we share the mutual value of European integration. Nevertheless, we should leave room for a joint decision based on empirical analyses, harmonization of programmes and human resources. One thing is certain: there will be two blocs at the elections, with the SDSM-led bloc promoting European integration, alongside its presidential candidate. Both will be the winning option on April 24 and May 8, with myself being the PM-designate. Coalitions are founded on values. We have shown our ability over the years to take decisions that lead to prosperity, primarily the ones related to Euro-Atlantic integration and economic progress," said PM Kovachevski.

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