The Netherlands believes that the EU must not open the accession negotiations with Albania.
This declaration was stated by the Foreign Minister of the Dutch Government, Stef Blok, after a meeting with the Dutch Parliament.
According to Blok, Albania is not ready yet for the EU accession negotiations.
“Albania must take further steps in the fight against corruption, and it must improve the rule of law”, the Dutch Minister said.
“Northern Macedonia has taken important steps ahead. The progress with the rule of law must continue”, Blok declared.
The Netherlands is the first European country that confirms its vote against Albania in the EU Council meeting that will be organized on October 18th. France, which is also skeptical, has not made its stance known yet.
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