BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 31. The Minister of
Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of North Macedonia, Timcho
Mucunski, met with the Minister of State for European Affairs and
Defence of Ireland, Thomas Byrne, Trend reports.
During the meeting, discussions focused on the country’s
European perspective and its continued commitment to the reform
process.
Minister Mucunski emphasized the government’s clear
determination and engagement in implementing reforms. He expressed
the expectation that during Ireland’s presidency of the Council of
the European Union, support for the enlargement process will be
confirmed and concretized.
Minister Byrne reaffirmed Ireland’s principled, vocal, and
consistent support for the European integration of the Republic of
North Macedonia, stressing that this is a strategic and security
issue for the entire European Union.
The conversation also explored opportunities for advancing
bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus on economic and
trade collaboration.