North Macedonia is a candidate country for EU membership. The EU is the country’s primary political and economic partner, and its largest donor and investor. Cooperation and financial assistance covers a range of areas, making a lasting impact on people’s lives, business, and the environment.
North Macedonia, with the support of the EU, is undertaking a comprehensive improvements needed to progress towards EU membership, such as strengthening the rule of law and improving public administration. In this way, the EU is working with North Macedonia towards a more prosperous future for its citizens.
STORIES FROM NORTH MACEDONIA
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Discover creative and innovative ideas that come to life in North Macedonia – thanks to the support of the European Union.
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, or Serbia, this initiative is for you! WeLead learning program aims to develop emerging leaders who can lead reforms, promote reconciliation, and drive EU integration in the region. Join WeLead program for excellent leadership training and an opportunity to learn about EU accession. Connect with like-minded fellow forward-thinkers from the Western Balkans and benefir from valuable networking opportunities. The program will prepare you to lead societal changes and expand your professional network through regional events and mentorship. Upon completion, successful participants will receive a certificate. Don't miss this chance to be part of a new generation of leaders shaping a brighter and more integrated future for the Western Balkans.
The College of Europe has launched a postgraduate programme "Master of Arts in European Transformation and Integration – The EU and Southeastern Europe" to be offered at their newly established campus in Tirana, Albania. The Master of Arts in European Transformation and Integration has been conceived to address the increasing demand for experts who exhibit a thorough understanding of the enlargement process of the European Union and a well-rounded, critical perspective on the salient challenges of the 21st century, with a particular emphasis on the Southeastern Europe and EU-Western Balkans relations.
Author: European Commission
Factsheets | Published in: 2023
This publication provides information on the EU support to Roma integration in the Western Balkans.
Author: European Union
Factsheets | Published in: 2023
The EU Award for Roma Integration aims to support and recognise the initiative taken by private, public and civil society players to foster Roma employment. This publication provides rules and criteria for the 2023 EU Award for Roma Integration.
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First recommendation to open accession negotiations
Entry into force of visa liberalisation
Commission recommends opening of accession negotiations
The Council sets out the path towards opening accession negotiations
EU decided to open accession negotiations
Presentation of the draft negotiating framework to the Member States
Intergovernmental Conference on accession negotiations (IGC)
Start of screening process
These infographics are based on latest available statistical data produced by Eurostat (2019).
POPULATION
1.8millionPOPULATION DENSITY
83 (per km²)FERTILITY RATE
1.34LIFE EXPECTANCY
YOUNG PEOPLE (<15)
(of total population)
PEOPLE WITH
TERTIARY EDUCATION
(of total population)
GDP
per capita: €5,170IMPORTS OF GOODS
EXPORT OF GOODS
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