Thimonier: We are expecting reactions from both member states and Skopje on the newly submitted negotiation process methodology


France first expects non-paper reactions from member states, but will also pay close attention to the remarks from the Macedonian side as well, French Ambassador in Skopje, Christian Timonie, said today, answering a press question after meeting with Constitutional Court President Sali Murati. Ambassador Timonie said that the French non-paper, dedicated to the new methodology […]

Thimonier: The Prespa Agreement isn’t the sole precondition for starting accession talks


French Ambassador Christian Thimonier said that he has informed French top officials of North Macedonia’s disappointment following the EU Council meeting in Brussels. Thimonier added that geopolitics surpassed realistic expectations, giving the public “the impression that the Prespa Agreement is the sole precondition for starting accession talks.” The French ambassador said the Bundestag wasn’t ready […]

Thimonier: End impunity of political elites


France is still undecided on the start of North Macedonia’s EU accession negotiations and finds the rule of law very important. The general approach to the Union’s enlargement with the Western Balkans will be the deciding factor, said French Ambassador Christian Thimonier. The ambassador said the “Racket” case should be viewed realistically, putting an end […]

There is room for improvement of language bill – French Ambassador Thimonier


French Ambassador Christian Thimonier believes he isn’t the only one who has failed to understand the law of languages ​​because ‘it is a very complicated text, at least in terms of its content, as well as consequences. ‘On the other hand, to be completely honest, there is a room for improvement of the text itself, […]