Migration in Focus: Budapest Hosts Hungarian-North Macedonian Summit
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met with his North Macedonian counterpart Hristijan Mickoski in Budapest on Tuesday morning. The two leaders held talks and discussed various issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
During a press conference following the meeting, Prime Minister Orbán expressed his hope for peace to replace war in the region. He also mentioned a scheduled meeting with the French President to take place the following day.
One of the key topics discussed was the issue of illegal immigration, with Orbán emphasizing the importance of cooperation between Hungary and North Macedonia in protecting Europe’s borders. He expressed his gratitude to North Macedonia for their efforts in border protection.
The leaders also highlighted the increasing trade flows between the two countries, with Orbán mentioning a sevenfold increase in trade since 2010. They discussed the economic potential of the region and the importance of collaboration.
Prime Minister Mickoski expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and friendship extended to him in Budapest. He emphasized North Macedonia’s strategic goal of becoming a member state of the European Union as soon as possible.
The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation, especially in infrastructure, defense, and interior sectors. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to supporting North Macedonia’s EU integration process.
In response to a journalist’s question, Orbán mentioned upcoming talks with the French President in Paris and an EU summit in Brussels. The meeting between the Hungarian and North Macedonian governments aimed to strengthen ties and further enhance cooperation between the two countries.
