Boris Trajkovski

“I am ready to accept all accusations, allegations, anger - but I have to succeed.”

“While there continues to be differences, the important point is that all citizens and elected officials use democratic and legal avenues for solving those differences.”

“Remember all those references to Macedonia as the oasis of peace in the Balkans. You only really appreciate it when you have lost it.”

“The Republic of Macedonia is being built on democratic ideals and values, not on ethnic groups. Those ideals and values include economic opportunities, language and educational opportunities...”

“We think that Kosovo will continue to serve as a centre of violence and regional instability in future.”

“Never underestimate or mock peace.”

“Our citizens will lose their confidence or trust in the values and principles of the international community, especially if our personal identity is denied.”