A resolution congratulating the people of North Macedonia on the 34th anniversary of their independence and celebrating the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between North Macedonia and the United States.
This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 399) that offers formal congratulations to the people of North Macedonia on the 34th anniversary of their independence (September 8, 1991) and celebrates the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between North Macedonia and the United States. The resolution is a symbolic, non-binding expression of U.S. legislative support and goodwill. It highlights a long-running relationship rooted in democratic development, security cooperation, and shared values, including North Macedonia’s NATO membership (since 2020) and various bilateral initiatives and partnerships. It also notes broader U.S. and international support for North Macedonia’s Euro-Atlantic integration and regional stability, without imposing new policy changes or funding.
Key Points
- 1Congratulates North Macedonia on independence and marks 30 years of U.S.-North Macedonia diplomatic relations, referencing key milestones since 1991 and 1995.
- 2Recalls North Macedonia’s NATO accession in 2020, major defense reforms, and ongoing security cooperation as part of a five-year period of shared security and alliance with the United States.
- 3Recognizes the partnership between the State of Vermont and North Macedonia, including the Vermont National Guard’s ties with the North Macedonian Army.
- 4Acknowledges the 2008 Declaration of Strategic Partnership and Cooperation, the 2022 strategic dialogue, and ongoing alignment with U.S. and EU security and foreign policy objectives; mentions support for Ukraine and adherence to EU sanctions on Russia.
- 5Highlights the resolution of the Greece-North Macedonia naming dispute (Prespa Agreement) as a pivotal step toward NATO membership and Euro-Atlantic integration, and expresses a forward-looking commitment to continued friendship and prosperity.