AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU-Western Balkans Summit: European Council President António Costa wrapped up a tour of the region and warned that EU membership hinges on legal reforms and regional diplomacy, with the Tivat summit set to focus on “shared prosperity and stability.” EU Accession Pressure on North Macedonia: European Parliament lawmakers say corruption, political divisions and court problems are slowing North Macedonia’s EU path, urging constitutional changes and faster judicial reform. Speeding Up Enlargement: The EU is exploring ways to make the Western Balkans accession process “faster and better” while keeping it merit-based, as leaders meet in Tivat amid frustration over slow progress. Roam Like at Home Boost: The EU Council approved talks to extend “Roam Like at Home” to the Western Balkans, promising cheaper roaming across the region. Regional Security Signals: Montenegro banned 87 Serbs ahead of the Tivat summit, citing security risks. Energy Cooperation: The Energy Community says gas security in the region is improving as EU-aligned storage rules take hold, including access arrangements for North Macedonia. Local Politics Watch: North Macedonia’s EU reform agenda remains under scrutiny as MEPs flag polarization, electoral reform gaps and weak progress on convictions in corruption cases.
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