Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Timcho Mucunski took part in Brussels in the Meeting of Foreign Affairs Minister of NATO member-states.
The ministers discussed the conclusions reached at the recent NATO summit that took place in The Hague, focusing on the strengthening of collective defense and security and response to current challenges.
In his address at the meeting, Mucunski emphasized the importance of a long-term strategic approach of NATO towards challenges, and the need of unity between the allies towards sustainable political will, fair distribution of burdens and collective dedication.
He insisted that the Western Balkans need to remain focused on the integration in NATO and the EU, for that would contribute to the preservation of peace and stability in the region. He also emphasized the importance of a long-term and mutually acceptable resolution for the conflict in Ukraine.