North Macedonia’s EU Bid Stalled by Constitutional Impasse

North Macedonia’s EU path has hit a political deadlock over constitutional amendments required to protect the Bulgarian minority.

The European Council President reiterated that the country must honor its agreement before accession talks can move forward. While the government has expressed readiness, opposition parties have blocked progress, citing concerns over national identity and fairness.

In contrast, Albania continues to be praised for its steady reform and commitment to European values. This divergence reveals that unlocking progress in EU integration often hinges not on large-scale reforms, but on political will to resolve specific, solvable issues – a key focus of BFF’s work.