Aleksandar Naumoski, a member of the opposition LSDM, expressed concern regarding the recent European Commission report concerning the rule of law in North Macedonia. He characterized the document as presenting a troubling assessment of the country’s current governance, specifically citing insufficient reforms and perceived political pressure on judicial institutions. During a press conference, Naumoski contended that the actions of Prime Minister Hrishi Mickoski suggest that personal sentiment is superseding established legal frameworks, the Constitution, and the rule of law.
According to Naumoski, the European Commission’s findings indicate a stagnation in necessary reforms. Furthermore, he highlighted persistent issues with widespread corruption and the continued exposure of the judicial system and the prosecutor’s office to political interference. He stated emphatically that the prioritization of the Prime Minister’s “feelings” has taken precedence over adherence to the law, the Constitution, and the fundamental principles of the rule of law.
The report from the European Commission serves as the basis for this criticism, suggesting that the government has failed to make substantial advancements in institutional reform. The opposition LSDM views these findings as confirmation of systemic challenges within the nation’s legal and governmental structures.
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