EU Shenanigans: North Macedonia’s Bulgaria Problem
Ah, the European Union, where the phrase "united we stand" is more like "united we bicker and stall." Today’s installment of EU soap operas features North Macedonia, Bulgaria, and France, because who doesn’t love a good triangle drama?
According to Alexander Nikoloski, North Macedonia’s deputy prime minister and transport minister (try saying that five times fast), the problem isn’t with the EU’s big cheese, France, but with the "weakest or second-weakest" member, Bulgaria. Now, I’m no expert, but calling out Bulgaria like that is a bit like calling someone’s mum "basic" – it’s not going to end well.
Nikoloski claims that the meeting between North Macedonia’s prime minister, Hristijan Mickoski, and French president Emmanuel Macron was "extremely good tone"-ically successful. I guess that’s code for "we’re BFFs now, and Bulgaria can sod off." Meanwhile, Germany is stuck in election limbo, like that one aunt who can’t decide what to wear to the family reunion.
Here’s the crux of the issue: North Macedonia wants to change its constitution, but only after it joins the EU. Bulgaria, however, insists that the changes happen before the intergovernmental conference, which is basically like saying, "Hey, fix your face before we’ll talk to you." It’s a right old kerfuffle, if you ask me.
Nikoloski isn’t having it, though. He says that Bulgaria’s caretaker government is like a bunch of "political fringes" who can’t make any real decisions. Ouch, burn. He wants to negotiate with a proper government, not a bunch of placeholders. Fair enough, really.
But here’s the thing: Bulgaria can’t seem to elect a government to save its life. It’s been four years, and they’re still stuck in limbo. That’s like being in a relationship and still living with your parents – it’s just not a good look.
All this drama, and North Macedonia is just trying to join the EU club. It’s like they’re trying to join a exclusive gym, but the bouncer (Bulgaria) won’t let them in because their membership application is incomplete. The EU, meanwhile, is like the gym owner, who’s all, "Hey, just sort it out among yourselves, I have better things to do."
As Nikoloski so aptly put it, "If the EU wants North Macedonia to start negotiations, it will start negotiations." Ah, the classic "we’re all adults here" tone. It’s a bit like when your parents tell you to "just be reasonable" when you’re 16 and know better.
Rating: 3/5 stars
The drama, the politics, the EU shenanigans – it’s all a right old mess. But hey, at least it’s entertaining. If you’re into that sort of thing.
So, what do you think? Should North Macedonia just give up and join the European equivalent of the "friend zone"? Or should Bulgaria get its act together and start electing some proper governments? Let us know in the comments!
North Macedonia Awaits EU Negotiation Approval as Bulgaria Poses a Challenge
During an interview with Sitel TV, Nikoloski elaborated on the proposal presented by Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski to amend North Macedonia’s constitution after becoming an EU member. Nikoloski emphasized the importance of gaining support from influential countries, highlighting the qualitative aspect of their backing rather than merely focusing on the quantity of countries in favor, which totals 27 EU member states.
“Undoubtedly, Prime Minister Mickoski’s meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron holds paramount significance. With Macron as the undisputed EU leader, a clear victory in the presidential election, and a supporting government, France has taken center stage within the EU. Germany, on the other hand, is currently preparing for elections, the outcome of which may impact their stance. A source close to the meeting revealed that it took place in an extremely positive tone. Establishing strong relationships with France and other Western European nations will facilitate the simple acceptance of our Government’s argument. In the event that the Bulgarian situation changes, I firmly believe that any experienced Western diplomat will resolve the issue during a short meeting or conversation in Sofia,” Nikoloski remarked.
In discussions with other nations, Prime Minister Mickoski outlined a proposal for constitutional amendments to take effect following the conclusion of negotiations, rather than during the second intergovernmental conference. This approach seeks to involve a legitimate political government in Bulgaria, rather than the current caretaker administration, which lacks sufficient electoral legitimacy.
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