It is now time to accelerate the EU accession process for Serbia. Regardless of the long procedures entailed by the enlargement process, EU Member States continue to demonstrate their willingness to advocate for Serbia’s accession path ~ Luca Gori
The international scenario is and will remain gloomy, but we have to use the optimism of willpower to oppose the pessimism of reason. Europe should remain united and loyal to its values: peace, freedom, prosperity. From this perspective, 2023 will undoubtedly be an even tougher year for Europe. We should approach the new year with a clear awareness of the uncertain times in which we live. Old and new challenges will surge: from securing energy supplies to tackling migratory flow, and guaranteeing overall peace and stability. But we cannot tackle these major, global issues in silos. Cooperation and dialogue are the key tools to overcoming challenges. On the EU Enlargement process, there are some positive signs that we have to encourage.
The negotiation process with Albania and North Macedonia has started. Bosnia-Herzegovina could soon be granted candidate country status. It is now time to accelerate the EU accession process for Serbia. Regardless of the long procedures entailed by the enlargement process, EU Member States continue to demonstrate their willingness to advocate for Serbia’s accession path. The EU-Western Balkan Summit in Tirana was a case in point. For its part, Italy fully supports Serbia in fulfilling its accession requirements, acknowledging Belgrade’s efforts in progressing towards this common goal. Next year we will continue to develop the already excellent relationship between Rome and Belgrade. The friendship and partnership between our two countries remains an important reason for optimism as we enter 2023.
