Substantial meeting with Director General @PiaAhrenkilde 🇪🇺. ​Discussed ➡️ Skopje2028 European Capital of Culture, Erasmus , and European Solidarity Corps, as well as related reforms. ​These topics are highly important for the citizens and especially the youth of 🇲🇰.

25th JCC CoR–🇲🇰 took place yesterday in Brussels. Strong cooperation between local, regional, and European partners is essential for a resilient European future. During the first panel the focus was on EU accession developments, enlargement policy and countering disinformation.

DPM and Minister for European Affairs Bekim Sali in COELA today! Encouraging exchange and strong support for 🇲🇰 EU path. Significant success in Reform Agenda implementation recognised and commended. Forward looking to next important milestones.

🟢 Achievements in key 🇪🇺 related steps under the Reform Agenda - like strengthening of the financing in education and expanding digital access in schools - positively recognised today by the @eu_enlargement_ These reforms support growth, resilience and accelerate 🇲🇰 integration

On Europe Day today 🇪🇺, I am pleased to share the message of the President of the European Council, @antoniolscosta, to the citizens of North Macedonia. A strong message about peace, unity & common prosperity - as future member of the European Union 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰

Great to be back at the @EU_EESC building for this year's #EuropeDay celebrations! ​Many thanks to @EESC_President for visiting our corner! Happy Europe Day! ​🇲🇰 🤝 🇪🇺

On 9 May, we will join the celebrations of the Europe Day and participate at the EU Institutions Open Day. Visit us: 🗓️ Saturday, 9 May, 10:00–18:00 📍 EESC/CoR Building, Rue Belliard 99, 6th floor 🇲🇰 🇪🇺

Last night at the prominent Bozar, we were honored to have the National Jazz Orchestra of North Macedonia performing a vibrant fusion of traditional Macedonian folk music and jazz. 🙏 to representatives from the EU, NATO and Belgian institutions for their presence. 🇲🇰 🇪🇺 🇧🇪

Meeting between Minister of Finance of 🇲🇰 and @GertJanEU on the implementation steps of the Reform Agenda as key deadlines approach. Strong commitment, in coordination with @eu_enlargement_, to deliver on the 🇪🇺 related reforms.

Minister of Finance and the Vice-Governor of the National Bank of 🇲🇰 participate in today’s #ECOFIN dialogue with 🇪🇺. ✅ Valuable platform for engagement on reforms and macroeconomic outlook. ✅ Growth Plan as an effective tool to foster alignment with EU economic priorities.

Pleasure to meet @EEAS_SecGen. We discussed our excellent cooperation and the recently held Dialogue on Security and Defence. I expressed appreciation for the assistance provided through the EPF. 🇲🇰 remains committed to full alignment with the 🇪🇺 CFSP.

Happening today in Brussels - 🇲🇰 🇪🇺 Second Dialogue under the Partnership on Security and Defence. Important coordination with @eu_eeas on how to strengthen defence and security cooperation/capabilities, as a shared priority for a safer and more resilient Europe.

Welcoming the decision of the European Commission @EUAgri to lift the interruption of IPARD payments - and access to the funds has now been restored. The assessment indicates that the overall management and control system is not compromised. 🇲🇰🇪🇺

Together with @ZIsmaili joined the NAC-PSC meeting with the new Chair of the EU Political and Security Committee, @LeneMandel, and @DepSecGenNATO Good exchange on continued and coordinated support for Ukraine and on strengthening close NATO-EU cooperation on key security issues. As long-standing EU candidate countries from the Western Balkans, we believe in the transformative power of EU membership and strongly support Ukraine’s European path, as only full-fledged EU membership can ensure long-term stability for the region and for Europe as a whole.

Yesterday, Amb. @ZIsmaili met Igor Soltes, Head of the @rccint Office in Brussels. Discussed strengthening regional cooperation, advancing the CRM in the context of the 🇪🇺 Growth Plan and enhancing coordination. 🇲🇰 remains committed to constructive regional engagement.

Yesterday, Amb. @ZIsmaili met with Natalia Alonso Cano, Chief of @UNDRR_ECA - on the new initiative on strengthening Transboundary Collaboration & Capacities on disaster risk reduction & Early Warning Systems in the WB. 🇲🇰 is committed to regional cooperation & local resilience.

Tomorrow - 10 April 2026, the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) will be fully implemented. ℹ️ Passengers from 🇲🇰 do not need to register before travelling to 🇪🇺. During their first entrance or exit from EU their biometric information will be recorded at the border crossing.

Young entrepreneurs from North Macedonia can apply for the ARLEM Award for outstanding entrepreneurs from Mediterranean partner countries. More info 👇

Welcoming the @EU_Commission proposal that paves the way for 🇲🇰 and other countries from the Region to join the free Roaming area. This will benefit both citizens and businesses. #AcceleratedIntegration

Coordination meeting on CEFTA Priorities Congratulations to Albania 2026 Chair in Office - @HoxhaFer. Regional coordination is a pathway towards accelerated EU integration. Through @CEFTA_, the region must align and deliver on our shared European ambition.