Skopje, 24 January 2023 (MIA) – The decision on constitutional amendments rests in the hands of the political leaders in North Macedonia. The agreement achieved through French mediation, which led to the opening of the accession negotiations with North Macedonia, included commitment to amending the Constitution. It’s important to fulfil the commitments so that you are viewed as a trusted partner and move forward with the accession process, said Swedish Ambassador Ami Larsson Jain.

“North Macedonia had an impressive start to the screening process. Local reform efforts are key to continue this progress, with true commitment from everyone, as well as accountability, transparency and professionalism. Reforms in judiciary and the rule of law are crucial to the region as a whole and North Macedonia,” Larsson Jain said in an interview with Lokalno.

Sweden supports North Macedonia’s EU accession, and local reforms are fundamental, which will begin and end with the cluster of Fundamentals.

“This process will be transformative and beneficial for the citizens of North Macedonia,” the Ambassador said.

The constitutional changes rest in the hands of the political leaders of North Macedonia, she added.

“It’s important to fulfill the commitments so that you are viewed as a trusted partner and you may go ahead with the accession process,” Larsson Jain pointed out. dk/nn/