Radev Stresses Principles of Good Neighborliness in Response to North Macedonia's Election Outcome

Following the victory of Gordana Siljanovska Davkova from VMRO-DPMNE in North Macedonia's presidential elections, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev reaffirmed his support for the European integration of North Macedonia. However, Radev emphasized the importance of adherence to the principles of good neighborliness and the Copenhagen criteria for membership.

In a statement, President Radev underscored the necessity for North Macedonia to enact constitutional changes and ensure the rights of Macedonian Bulgarians, advocating for a rejection of hate speech, revision of textbooks, and preservation of Bulgarian cultural heritage....