European Commission against racism and intolerance (ECRI) urges Bulgaria for discrimination of the Macedonian ethnic minority

22.02.2009
In its third report, ECRI recommended that the Bulgarian authorities closely monitor allegations of discrimination and acts of intolerance against Macedonians and, if necessary, take steps to punish such acts. It also urged them to establish a dialogue with the representatives of the Macedonians to find a solution to tension that exists between this group and the authorities, but also between this group and the majority population, so as to enable them to live together and respect one another in the interests of all concerned.

ECRI is concerned by reports of hostility towards Macedonians in the media and by the fact that few measures have been taken to respond to complaints by Macedonians in this respect or to bring the media to account. ECRI also notes that Macedonians have again expressed the desire to see the Bulgarian Government afford this group greater recognition as a national minority.

ECRI recommends that the Bulgarian authorities establish a dialogue with the Macedonian representatives in order to find a solution to the issues affecting members of this group. It also recommends that they take steps to bring the media to account as concerns information disseminated about Macedonians and ensure that the legislation is enforced when necessary.

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