Skopje, 19 June 2023 (MIA) - Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski called on VMRO-DPMNE on Monday to stick to what was stated at the press conference after the leaders' meeting held on June 7, and jointly make the decisions that are important for the country's future.

According to him, what has been achieved at the leaders' meeting is a good basis to take the next step and make the right decisions at a time of geopolitical developments in Europe.

"Several important messages came out of the leaders' meeting. First, that VMRO-DPMNE is not against changing the Constitution. Second, that it is not against the inclusion of other nations in the Preamble of the Constitution, including parts of the Bulgarian people. Third, that this parliamentary composition has the legitimacy to do that, and fourth, that this Government has legitimacy because VMRO-DPMNE asked to be part of the Government, and half of the ministerial posts were immediately offered. The VMRO-DPMNE leader had another condition for reasons known to him, which was that DUI should not be part of the Government that will take office after the opening of the Constitution. That wish was also fulfilled, so that practically all the things that were asked were accepted. I think that is an excellent basis for the work to continue at the operational level through working groups that can agree on the details," Kovachevski said during Monday's visit in Rosoman. 

According to Kovachevski, VMRO-DPMNE is in a position that is not the most pleasant one to be in, because as a large party they have not voted for any significant decision for the country.

"They did not back the agreement with Greece, nor NATO membership nor the Frontex agreement nor the Negotiating Framework. I believe that this is a very important decision for the country and should be made together. I think they will find the strength to do it," said Kovachevski.