“We have clearly stated that when all the internal procedures are finalized, including changes in [Macedonia's] constitution, and implementing the name agreement with Athens, then (the) Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia can become the 30th member of NATO.”

The deal calls for Macedonia to formally change its name to the Republic of North Macedonia, which still must be approved by a referendum. She said she expected to “move forward with the accession treaty at the end of the year.”

Foreign Minister Nikola Dimitrov said in London this week that he had “high hopes” that talks on accession should be able to start soon.
NATO formally invites Macedonia to begin membership talks to join the organization.