SloveniaThe European Commission has appointed Slovenian diplomat Marko Makovec as the chief advisor for reconciliation and normalization in the Western Balkans within the Commission’s Directorate-General for Enlargement and Neighbourhood Policy. Makovec previously led the cabinet of Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kovač until the end of last year. The appointment highlights his expertise in enlargement, foreign relations, and regional affairs, as well as his experience in EU cooperation with the Western Balkans and neighboring countries. He was noted for his ability to navigate politically sensitive issues, build consensus, and align diverse interests in complex international environments. Before joining the Commission, Makovec served as an external affairs advisor to former President Borut Pahor and held the position of Deputy Director-General for Western Europe, the Western Balkans, Turkey, and the United Kingdom at the European External Action Service (EEAS) since 2020.
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