Zulfi Ismaili

Ambassador of North Macedonia 🇲🇰 to the EU 🇪🇺

[Zulfi Ismaili @ZIsmaili]

Substantial meeting with Director General @PiaAhrenkilde 🇪🇺.

​Discussed ➡️ Skopje2028 European Capital of Culture, Erasmus+, and European Solidarity Corps, as well as related reforms.

​These topics are highly important for the citizens and especially the youth of 🇲🇰.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

25th JCC CoR–🇲🇰 took place yesterday in Brussels.

Strong cooperation between local, regional, and European partners is essential for a resilient European future.

During the first panel the focus was on EU accession developments, enlargement policy and countering disinformation.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

DPM and Minister for European Affairs Bekim Sali in COELA today!

Encouraging exchange and strong support for 🇲🇰 EU path.

Significant success in Reform Agenda implementation recognised and commended.

Forward looking to next important milestones.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

🟢 Achievements in key 🇪🇺 related steps under the Reform Agenda - like strengthening of the financing in education and expanding digital access in schools - positively recognised today by the @eu_enlargement_

These reforms support growth, resilience and accelerate 🇲🇰 integration

[Michalis Rokas @MichalisRokasEU]

On Europe Day today 🇪🇺, I am pleased to share the message of the President of the European Council, @antoniolscosta, to the citizens of North Macedonia.
A strong message about peace, unity & common prosperity - as future member of the European Union 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇰

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Great to be back at the @EU_EESC building for this year's #EuropeDay celebrations!

​Many thanks to @EESC_President for visiting our corner!

Happy Europe Day!

​🇲🇰 🤝 🇪🇺

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

On 9 May, we will join the celebrations of the Europe Day and participate at the EU Institutions Open Day.

Visit us:
🗓️ Saturday, 9 May, 10:00–18:00
📍 EESC/CoR Building, Rue Belliard 99, 6th floor

🇲🇰 🇪🇺

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Last night at the prominent Bozar, we were honored to have the National Jazz Orchestra of North Macedonia performing a vibrant fusion of traditional Macedonian folk music and jazz.

🙏 to representatives from the EU, NATO and Belgian institutions for their presence.

🇲🇰 🇪🇺 🇧🇪

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Meeting between Minister of Finance of 🇲🇰 and @GertJanEU on the implementation steps of the Reform Agenda as key deadlines approach.

Strong commitment, in coordination with @eu_enlargement_, to deliver on the 🇪🇺 related reforms.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Minister of Finance and the Vice-Governor of the National Bank of 🇲🇰 participate in today’s #ECOFIN dialogue with 🇪🇺.

✅ Valuable platform for engagement on reforms and macroeconomic outlook.
✅ Growth Plan as an effective tool to foster alignment with EU economic priorities.

[Zulfi Ismaili @ZIsmaili]

Pleasure to meet @EEAS_SecGen.

We discussed our excellent cooperation and the recently held Dialogue on Security and Defence.

I expressed appreciation for the assistance provided through the EPF.

🇲🇰 remains committed to full alignment with the 🇪🇺 CFSP.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Happening today in Brussels - 🇲🇰 🇪🇺 Second Dialogue under the Partnership on Security and Defence.

Important coordination with @eu_eeas on how to strengthen defence and security cooperation/capabilities, as a shared priority for a safer and more resilient Europe.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Welcoming the decision of the European Commission @EUAgri to lift the interruption of IPARD payments - and access to the funds has now been restored.

The assessment indicates that the overall management and control system is not compromised. 🇲🇰🇪🇺

[Ismail Ebipi @IsmailEbipi]

Together with @ZIsmaili joined the NAC-PSC meeting with the new Chair of the EU Political and Security Committee, @LeneMandel, and @DepSecGenNATO Good exchange on continued and coordinated support for Ukraine and on strengthening close NATO-EU cooperation on key security issues. As long-standing EU candidate countries from the Western Balkans, we believe in the transformative power of EU membership and strongly support Ukraine’s European path, as only full-fledged EU membership can ensure long-term stability for the region and for Europe as a whole.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Yesterday, Amb. @ZIsmaili met Igor Soltes, Head of the @rccint Office in Brussels.

Discussed strengthening regional cooperation, advancing the CRM in the context of the 🇪🇺 Growth Plan and enhancing coordination.

🇲🇰 remains committed to constructive regional engagement.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Yesterday, Amb. @ZIsmaili met with Natalia Alonso Cano, Chief of @UNDRR_ECA - on the new initiative on strengthening Transboundary Collaboration & Capacities on disaster risk reduction & Early Warning Systems in the WB.

🇲🇰 is committed to regional cooperation & local resilience.

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Tomorrow - 10 April 2026, the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) will be fully implemented.

ℹ️ Passengers from 🇲🇰 do not need to register before travelling to 🇪🇺.

During their first entrance or exit from EU their biometric information will be recorded at the border crossing.

[Zulfi Ismaili @ZIsmaili]

@HoxhaFer Urime dhe shumë suksese

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Young entrepreneurs from North Macedonia can apply for the ARLEM Award for outstanding entrepreneurs from Mediterranean partner countries.

More info 👇

[North Macedonia in EU @MKmissionEU]

Welcoming the @EU_Commission proposal that paves the way for 🇲🇰 and other countries from the Region to join the free Roaming area.

This will benefit both citizens and businesses.

#AcceleratedIntegration