Advancing Integrity and Institutional Reform in the Western Balkans

Organized in partnership with the office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Good Governance Policies of the Republic of North Macedonia, the forum gathered policymakers, anti-corruption bodies, oversight institutions, civil society representatives, investigative journalists, development partners as well as regional and international organisations from across the Western Balkans and beyond to identify high-risk areas, strengthen institutional coordination, and introduce mechanisms that enable timely, evidence-based decision-making.

Mr. Arben Fetai, Deputy Prime Minister for Good Governance Policies, highlighted the government’s commitment to advancing integrity reforms as a central component of North Macedonia’s EU integration path. His remarks emphasized the importance of institutional coordination, evidence-based policymaking, and strengthened regional cooperation in achieving meaningful progress.

Speaking on behalf of the UNOPS South Eastern Europe Multi-Country Office, Ms. Michela Tellatin reaffirmed UNOPS’ commitment to supporting governance reforms across the region by mainstreaming anti-corruption principles and ensuring transparency and accountability in public systems.

UNOPS is supporting these reforms through the Support to the European Integration of North Macedonia project, funded by Sweden, Switzerland, and the Ministry for European Affairs.