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.
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We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for creative minds within our YEAs network and other vibrant young designer communities in the Western Balkans! As we continue to grow, we need a brand and visuals that reflect the dynamism, diversity, and forward-thinking spirit of YEAs, while adhering to EC visual identity guidelines. We expect around 100 new young members to join by the end of 2024! An award of 1500 euros and perks like participation in YEAs activities and cross-promotion opportunities await the selected candidate(s). We seek a fresh, modern, and sustainable visual identity that highlights the EU emblem and the name Young European Ambassadors, including the tagline "Celebrating diversity to inspire change" and hashtag #YEStoYEA. Participants must submit their portfolio, a brief proposal, and branded mock-ups by July 31st. The winner, chosen after a selection and voting process, will be announced by August 26th. This is a unique chance to showcase your talent, gain professional experience, and contribute to the visual legacy of YEAs. Send your submissions to [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject "YEAs Visual Identity Design Submission - [Your Name]." Let’s create something extraordinary together!
The initiative aims to support two waves of pilot programs to test and deploy the EU Digital Identity Wallet in key use cases, including cross-border applications using the European Blockchain Services Infrastructure (EBSI). These pilots will also integrate the wallet into national electronic identification ecosystems across Member States. The second round of grants will enhance the wallet's technical specifications and implementation guidelines, preparing it for broader applications and enabling interaction with various public and private services. This will ensure that the wallet supports a wide range of attestations and identity credentials. Additionally, the initiative will bolster the European Digital Identity and Trust Ecosystem by developing and maintaining digital service infrastructures necessary for cross-border digital transactions. These include the European Trust Services Ecosystem, the eID component for cross-border identity recognition, and improvements to the EU Digital Identity Wallet. The initiative will also support standards-based solutions like eDelivery for secure data exchange, eSignature for secure digital transactions, and eArchiving for sustainable data preservation. These efforts will ensure interoperability, accessibility, and the overall enhancement of digital trust services across Europe.
Author: European Union
Factsheets | Published in: 2024
This fact sheet provides information on the EU support to Roma integration in the Western Balkans
Author: Directorate-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations
Factsheets | Published in: 2024
Factsheet: EU Support to Civil Society in the Western Balkans and Türkiye
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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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