ECB and the European Commission launch assistance programme on supervision for EU candidates

Within the framework of the programme, the ECB, together with the national central banks (NCBs) of the euro area, will organise a technical assistance programme for the benefit of the central banks and supervisory authorities of Croatia, the…

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WELCOME TO THE "SOUTHEAST EUROPE: PEOPLE AND CULTURE" PHOTO COMPETITION! Are you passionate about photography? Do you appreciate the beauty of Southeast Europe? Then enter the Southeast Europe: People and Culture photo competition and share…
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Tadic gave Serbia candidacy for EU

Ceremoniiji attended by European Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn and Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt. "Today is a historic day for Serbia," Tadic said after the official submission of application for the candidacy of our country…

Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn received the Prime Minister of Montenegro Mr Milo Djukanovic

He emphasised that the Commision's mandate and aim is to prepare a fair and balanced Opinion on Montenegro's readiness to comply with the criteria for membership and make a proposal to the Council on the next stages of Montenegro's EU accession…

European Commission welcomes the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon – allowing for further enlargements

This will allow the European Union to fully concentrate on managing a smooth exit from the economic and financial crisis and pushing ahead with the 2020 strategy for greener growth. President of the European Commission, José Manuel Barroso…

Visa free travel for citizens of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia before Christmas

"Today's decision will move the countries of the Western Balkans and the countries in the European Union closer together in all aspects - enhanced business relations, increased cultural cooperation, more frequent study trips abroad for students.…
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Progress report on Serbia

In this context the Commission considers that the Interim Agreement should now be implemented by the EU, followed by the full implementation of the Stabilisation and Association Agreement (SAA). The Commission expects Serbia to continue its…

Progress Report Presented to Parliament and National Council for European Integration

Mr Rumbold summed up the findings of the report by saying that Montenegro has improved in fulfilling the political criteria, strengthening democracy and the rule of law, but needs to make further efforts in fighting corruption and organized…

Ambassador Degert heading the European Commission’s Delegation in Belgrade

"We firmly believe that Serbia's rightful place is within the family of democratic European countries and as soon as possible, when conditions are right, as a full member of the EU. As demonstrated by all past experiences, enlargement brings…