The Macedonian public appears to see the visit as a sign of recognition by the West, and a boost to the government's efforts to bring the country closer to membership of NATO and the European Union.
Wamakedonia wanaona ziara hii kama ishara ya kutambuliwa na nchi za Magharibi na kuinua jitihada za serikali kuiweka nchi karibu na uanachama wa NATO na Umoja wa Ulaya.