German Chancellor Olaf Scholz delivered a speech at the Munich Conference, which is expected to raise hopes for EU enlargement to the Western Balkans.
Scholz said that when he talks about the European Union, he also means the countries of the Western Balkans – which are expected to get integrated into the EU when the conditions are met.

“When I talk about the European Union, I also mean the countries of the Western Balkans. It is not enough to emphasize the expansion plans for this region as a strategic goal. We must actively advance it “, declared Scholz, encouraging applause from the audience.

The countries of the region are required to align their foreign policy positions with the common positions of the European Union.

 The European Council underlines that the rule of law will be a key element, on which the dynamics of the progress of the countries of the region in the process of European integration will depend.
Kosovo is required to implement the legislation in force and demonstrate results in the fight against corruption, as well as to implement reforms in line with European standards, to pave the way for integration.

/Klara Ruci/