25 Years Since the Ohrid Agreement, Ferati: Youth and Dialogue Are Priorities for the Future

At an event in Skopje marking the 25th anniversary of the Ohrid Agreement, Minister for Inter-Community Relations Agon Ferati stressed the need to shift political and public discourse toward the future by prioritizing the rule of law, inclusion and greater opportunities for the younger generation.

In his address, Ferati emphasized that the anniversary should not be viewed merely as a commemorative ceremony, but as an opportunity to reflect on what steps should be taken more effectively in the future.

According to him, young people are not only the country’s future, but also its main resource for building a more advanced and stable society with a higher quality of life.

The minister also underscored the importance of strengthening tolerance, mutual understanding and cooperation among communities, describing sincere and productive dialogue as the foundation of a new culture of political and social communication.

He revealed that the event was organized within just 20 days of his taking office, in coordination with the staff of the Ministry for Inter-Community Relations.

The discussion brought together academics, specialists, former diplomatic representatives, political figures, journalists and civil society activists, creating a platform offering multiple perspectives on society’s future.

According to Ferati, this diversity of voices adds weight to the discussion and can help identify tangible proposals for strengthening social interaction and solidarity. Concluding his remarks, he thanked those present for their participation in the panel.