Publication

This report gives a preliminary assessment of the new Macedonian government’s record, trying to compare earlier pledges and statements to what has actually been achieved. By doing so, the paper looks at three major policy issues: the recognition of the Republic of China (Taiwan), the marked improvement in relations with Bulgaria, and the effects of the Kosovo crisis on Macedonia. A short section is devoted to the difficult cohabitation between government and president and constitutional problems. Finally, the report provides an outlook of the upcoming presidential elections.