Tag: David Geer
Macedonia 12.08.24 | 10:13

EU Ambassador Geer: Key to EU Membership Lies in Reforms, Government Free to Act Anytime

European Ambassador David Geer emphasized that the path to joining the EU lies in implementing necessary reforms, and the government has the ability to initiate these changes at any time. Reflecting on the negotiations with Bulgaria, Geer noted that the compromise reached was the best possible outcome...
Macedonia 09.07.24 | 07:36

Minister of Justice Filkov meets EU Envoy Geer

Justice Minister Igor Filkov met with the Head of the EU Delegation, Ambassador David Geer, on Monday to discuss current and upcoming judicial reforms, European integration processes, the 2024-2028 judicial system reform strategy, the situation with the Judicial Council, prison conditions, and the fight...
Macedonia 07.06.24 | 07:07

Geer: The incoming government will need to deal with the question of constitutional revisions

The new government must address the EU’s requirement to include the Bulgarian community in the country’s Constitution to continue progressing toward EU membership, stated EU Ambassador David Geer during a Telma TV appearance on Thursday evening. Ambassador Geer explained that nearly two years...
Economy 26.01.24 | 19:17

Data protection requires both technological adaptation and legal harmonization

The event ‘Empowering Judiciary and Safeguarding Youth in the Digital Age,’ organized by the Center for Legal Research and Analysis and the Macedonian Young Lawyers Association, focused on the harmonization of laws, monitoring technological developments, regulatory accountability, and raising...
Macedonia 17.01.24 | 19:31

Geer: Encouraging discussion with Dameva; urges members of the Judicial Council to put into effect the recommendations from the EU peer review mission

EU Ambassador David Geer reported a productive meeting with Judicial Council President Vesna Dameva on Tuesday. He expressed optimism that, following the Administrative Court’s decision to reinstate Dameva, all Judicial Council members would embrace a fresh start and work towards implementing recommendations...
Macedonia 10.01.24 | 17:01

The ambassador asserted that a country would join the EU if it follows the collectively agreed-upon path

EU Ambassador David Geer emphasized the EU’s steadfast dedication to the European integration of Macedonia and the broader Western Balkans during a statement on Wednesday. Geer underlined that the progress toward EU accession hinges significantly on implementing crucial reforms. When asked by...
Macedonia 14.12.23 | 19:29

Media ownership database is promoted by BIRN.

The Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN), in partnership with the Global Media Registry (GMR), introduced a media ownership database in Skopje, aiming to illuminate the landscape of media ownership. Ana Petrusheva, BIRN’s country director, detailed their extensive six-month collaboration...
Macedonia 13.10.23 | 21:06

Geer expressed the EU’s optimism that constitutional changes would be swiftly embraced, enabling Macedonia to capitalize on the momentum of the enlargement process

The progression of Macedonia’s European integration hinges on the timely adoption of constitutional changes, a decision that remains within the country’s sovereignty. The European Union is hopeful that these changes can be swiftly implemented, allowing Macedonia to harness the current momentum...
Macedonia 06.10.23 | 21:51

EU Accession to Be Treated as a National Project, Affirms Ambassador

In a recent interview with 360 Stepeni, European Union Ambassador to Macedonia, David Geer, emphasized that foreign politicians’ visits to the country aim to provide context and foster friendly discussions rather than exerting pressure. He stressed that joining the EU strengthens a nation’s...
News Macedonia 09.09.23 | 14:32

Hajredini: People are expecting an answer from EU ambassador Geer as to what are the consequences of an “European flag” abuse

The people in Macedonia are waiting for EU Ambassador David Geer’s answer as to what would be the consequences for the current ruling majority if an EU inspection establishes abuse of the so-called “European flag” in the Parliament, ex-finance minister Xhevdat Hajredini asked in a Facebook...
Macedonia 15.07.23 | 16:07

Geer: The average income in Macedonia is only 41.5 percent of the 27 member states’ average, and productivity for workers is about 16 percent

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined a new 4-pillar plan to bring the Western Balkans closer to the EU, announcing it as a new growth plan for the region. The idea is for the EU candidate countries to feel the benefits of EU membership before they become part of the Union, EU Ambassador...
Macedonia 06.07.23 | 10:57

Is Bruxelles changing its rhetoric toward Skopje: If constitutional amendments are rejected, the EU won’t disappear

The constitutional amendments won’t be EU’s last demand, the country must focus on the reforms, particularly in the rule of law, the EU Ambassador to Macedonia, David Geer, told Telma TV on Wednesday. Asked what if the constitutional amendments are not adopted, Geer said that it is a sovereign...
Macedonia 01.07.23 | 08:10

Mickoski at the meeting with EU Ambassador Geer: Early elections are urgently needed

VMRO-DPMNE leader Hristijan Mickoski held a meeting Friday with the EU Ambassador to Macedonia, David Geer, during which they spoke about the current economic and political situation, as well as the reforms important for the country’s EU accession, said VMRO-DPMNE in a press release. According to...
News Macedonia 22.05.23 | 22:34

Geer: We are at a specific moment in history, when the EU enlargement is a priority

We are at a special moment in history when the process of enlargement is set as a top priority of the EU agenda, which means that things could move very fast. This country can grab the opportunity, the momentum so it could move forward, and the next step is amending the Constitution, the Chief of the...
Macedonia 22.03.23 | 15:40

Geer: I firmly believe that joining the EU is achievable very soon

European Ambassador David Geer said today that they have regular contacts with various political parties that are part of the Government, as well as the opposition, explaining that the accession process for the EU must be a process in which there is an agreement between all political parties. Of course,...
Macedonia 10.02.23 | 15:44

Geer: EU flag should not be abused

EU ambassador, David Geer, believes that the European flag should be used only when it comes to laws that are related to European norms and standards but not to avoid public debate when passing important laws. I will not comment on an individual law, but I want to emphasize the general principle, which...
Macedonia 26.01.23 | 15:01

Geer: Statements of MEP Dzhambazki on President Pendarovski and territorial claims are unacceptable

European Union Ambassador David Geer condemned Thursday the statement by Member of European Parliament (MEP) Angel Dzhambazki on territorial claims, saying it is unacceptable. Regarding the recent statements of MEP Dzhambazki on territorial claims, EU Ambassador Geer recalled that both the European Parliament...
Macedonia 14.12.22 | 12:21

Geer: Nice words are not enough in the fight against corruption, citizens expect results

State institutions must work together to reduce the extent of corruption, to introduce laws and rules of conduct and sanctions for corrupt behavior, but they should also implement and execute these measures. The fight against corruption also implies building a negative environment for all corrupt habits...
Macedonia 01.12.22 | 15:27

Even the EU ambassador does not promise EU membership in 2030

The Government has been ambitious in saying the country will join the European Union in 2030. The achievement or failure to achieve this ambitious decision will depend on our efforts. EU accession should be a national project and the entire political spectrum should invest in the national interest of...
Macedonia 05.10.22 | 18:32

EU Ambassador Geer: The European political community is not a substitute for the enlargement process

The European political community is no substitute for the enlargement process, nor for the accession process of your country. Your path to the EU is already very clear, explained in a very detailed way and you are already on that path where all the steps are very well established. The European political...
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