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"The progress that Serbia has made on its path towards European integration is remarkable if we think about the sacrifices made by Serbia’s citizens and the fact that the wounds of the past are still unhealed. Serbia is definitely paying for the wrong decisions it made in the past, but it should be welcomed that it has assumed its responsibility for the violent disintegration of Yugoslavia and is taking action to make amends for its misdeeds. I would like to dwell on the progress made by Serbia in terms of its treatment of ethnic minorities. There is a great deal to be done on this, including with regard to the Vlach minority, which was recently the subject of a disagreement between Romania and Serbia. I believe that Belgrade must realise that one of its advantages lies in the existence of this ethnic diversity, which allows it to have better relations with its neighbours, if it uses it wisely. Identity crises and inter-ethnic conflicts have caused a great deal of harm in the Balkans region in the past. Serbia has a great deal to do to meet European standards in terms of rule of law and civil rights and liberties. The desire shown by Serbia’s leaders to carry out the necessary reforms bodes well. The EU and its Member States are waiting for action, the fulfilment of the commitments made and tangible progress in the areas subject to monitoring."@en1
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