Bulgaria and North Macedonia

Bulgaria scores 35/100 toward North Macedonia (unfriendliness, pressure), while North Macedonia scores 40/100 back.

Bulgaria toward North Macedonia

Bulgaria is actively using its veto power regarding North Macedonia's EU accession, a clear form of diplomatic pressure and unfriendliness.

North Macedonia toward Bulgaria

North Macedonia faces Bulgarian obstruction and has seen domestic protests triggered by Bulgarian actions, indicating a strained, defensive posture.

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