An uncertain future

Following parliamentary elections in Macedonia that were overshadowed by violent incidents and irregularities, the German daily writes: "In Macedonia the phrase election battle is taken literally. ... The state is too weak to do anything about this political backwardness. ... Nonetheless, Macedonia's stability is important for the entire Balkan region. The country is surrounded by hostile neighbours. Countless conflicts remain unresolved. ... The trench warfare among the Albanians and the dispute with Greece are paralysing Macedonia. In a situation like this, EU diplomacy is more vital than ever to ensure that the process of the entire region's integration into the West continues. In view of the EU's present difficulties with its mission of supervising Kosovo's independence we cannot expect any miracles from Brussels. At best the EU can contribute to establishing a superficial calm."

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