Zakharieva: Balkans should progress based on strict rules

VIENNA - The window of opportunity that is opening up in the Western Balkans' EU approximation must not be missed, but the progress of the region's countries in European integration must proceed based on strict rules, says Bulgarian FM Ekaterina Zakharieva.

Sofia sees itself as an advocate of a safe EU that is looking to the future, and the European perspective of the six countries guarantees stability in the region and entire Europe, she told the APA news agency.