Skopje, 7 February 2024 (MIA) – President Stevo Pendarovski met Wednesday with EU Ambassador to North Macedonia David Geer to discuss ongoing political developments after the formation of the caretaker government ahead of the upcoming elections, and the possibility for progress regarding the country's European aspirations.

"After reaffirming the European integration process as the country's strategic coal, President Pendarovski pointed out the need of all stakeholders to keep focusing on reforms after the successful completion of the screening process," the President's Cabinet said in a press release.

Pendarovski and Geer exchanged opinions on the continuation of negotiations and issues expected to be the most relevant during the process, including concrete benefits.

They also noted that the country's EU integration progress would positively affect regional cooperation, stability and development. ssh/mr