North Macedonia’s President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova extended congratulations to Rumen Radev following his victory in the parliamentary elections held on April 19. Speaking to reporters after attending a Conference of Presidents and Speakers of Parliaments of the Adriatic & Ionian Initiative in Skopje, the President emphasized the necessity of a regional approach. She affirmed that North Macedonia remains dedicated to building “friendly and constructive relations” and fostering mutual understanding regarding the process of EU enlargement.
Siljanovska-Davkova detailed her communication with Radev, stating she had messaged him after the elections and subsequently received a call from him. She noted that she conveyed her belief that such strong support serves as a guarantee of stability for Bulgaria. According to the President, Bulgarian citizens appear to view Radev as a stabilizing figure for the nation, which could facilitate the formation of a government and the execution of his stated agenda.
She concluded by expressing her anticipation of arranging a meeting with him. The diplomatic gestures were echoed by North Macedonia’s Prime Minister, Hristijan Mickoski, who also congratulated Radev and stressed the importance of dialogue and positive neighborly relations. Commentary within North Macedonia has largely focused on the potential implications of the election results for Bulgaria’s trajectory toward full EU membership.
The visit underscores ongoing diplomatic efforts between the nations regarding regional cooperation and integration into European structures.
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