“Varhely: Balkan Integration into EU Could Happen Faster

I want to share a secret. The idea of the growth plan has been largely conceived in Tirana in previous discussions we had with Prime Minister Rama and other regional leaders. It is not only the EU's idea, but it has been the idea of the entire region.

We're talking about what we're going to apply to this plan for this year. This is going on and we're coming in and discussions on what needs to be done. Today has also been a great encouragement to move on. Waiting for trucks has been removed and we can save more time.

These are the things people need to feel, touch and see. These are the innovations of this plan. Europe is very bureaucratic, but I think this time we have the opportunity to show the direct economic benefits of a country. Your region could become ready sooner to join the EU. These countries are starting to apply these rules today.”, he said.