OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Lamberto Zannier discusses social cohesion in North Macedonia

OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Lamberto Zannier concluded a visit to Skopje, where he spoke at an event on 3 October 2019 presenting a new draft national strategy that aims to foster social cohesion in North Macedonia. His visit is a follow-up to his previous trip to the country in April 2019.

As part of his visit, Zannier met various interlocutors at the national level, including President Stevo Pendarovski, Speaker of the Parliament Talat Xhaferi, Prime Minister Zoran Zaev and a number of ministers. He also met representatives of local administrations. The High Commissioner discussed issues pertaining to the integration of diverse societies, including language and education issues.

He also looked at how historical narratives are reflected in public space and searched for positive examples of cultural manifestations that help overcome divisions.