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North Macedonia fiscal and agricultural spending
7 clusters · 20 sources · last updated
Latest: Levica party criticizes North Macedonia budget cuts to gasification
North Macedonia has reported significant developments regarding its national budget and sectoral spending. Through August 2026, budget revenues reached 230.6 billion denars, an 8 percent increase over the previous year,
North Macedonia political and EU integration tensions rise
120 clusters · 109 sources · last updated
Latest: VMRO-DPMNE accuses Venko Filipče of asset disclosure discrepancies
Political and economic tensions in North Macedonia have intensified through late 2026, characterized by accusations of foreign influence and institutional instability. The opposition SDSM (and LSDM) has accused Prime Min
Brvenica mayoral by-election leads to second round
13 clusters · 48 sources · last updated
Latest: Mickoski delivers message of trust and solutions in Brvenica
Following the death of Mayor Ivica Ilievski in June 2026, extraordinary mayoral elections were held in Brvenica, North Macedonia, on October 18, 2026. Because no candidate secured a majority, a second round of voting is
North Macedonia fuel prices and oil supply stability
11 clusters · 51 sources · last updated
Latest: North Macedonia considers restarting OKTA refinery
To mitigate rising costs and potential supply disruptions, the North Macedonian government approved a temporary reduction in the Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel from 18% to 10%, effective September 15, 2026. Prime Minist
North Macedonia economic, energy, and fiscal trends
30 clusters · 105 sources · last updated
Latest: Venco Filipce warns North Macedonia's debt could reach 12 billion euros
North Macedonia is experiencing sustained economic growth alongside intensifying political debates over debt and agricultural viability. While the government reports GDP growth of 4.3% in Q2 2026, the SDSM opposition has
North Macedonia EU relations and Bulgarian tensions
23 clusters · 59 sources · last updated
Latest: Mickoski criticizes Bulgaria over EU integration hurdles
The relationship between North Macedonia and the European Union remains complex as Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski navigates domestic political pressure and regional disputes. While Mickoski previously characterized EU
North Macedonia State Lottery contract and corruption probe
7 clusters · 37 sources · last updated
Latest: State Lottery of North Macedonia faces audit irregularities
The North Macedonian State Lottery continues to face scrutiny regarding its contract with Avalon and its subsidiary, Stardust, to organize the 35th anniversary of national independence. While government spokesperson Mari
North Macedonia EU accession and Bulgaria diplomatic talks
18 clusters · 74 sources · last updated
Latest: North Macedonia summons Bulgarian diplomat over provocative statements
Efforts to resolve the diplomatic deadlock between North Macedonia and Bulgaria regarding EU accession have transitioned into a direct dialogue, though significant obstacles remain. While North Macedonian Prime Minister
Skopje infrastructure, budget, and transport development
9 clusters · 37 sources · last updated
Latest: Bulgaria and North Macedonia expand electric bus fleets
Skopje continues to advance major infrastructure, transport, and educational projects. The city’s budget rebalance, which increased the primary budget to 5,324,649,755 denars, supports several new initiatives. These incl
Sali Berisha US travel and Albanian unrest
11 clusters · 56 sources · last updated
Latest: Albania: PM Rama claims drone attack attempt amid violent protests
Sali Berisha, leader of the Democratic Party of Albania, has successfully overturned a ban on his entry into the United States. Marking his first trip to the country in five years, Berisha arrived in the U.S. to meet wit
Macedonia water crisis, data centers and political disputes
19 clusters · 54 sources · last updated
Latest: Dimitar Kovachevski calls for AI and data center investment
In late July 2026, severe water contamination was reported in seven Macedonian towns, including Gostivar and Prilep, with white foam observed in the Lepenec and Vardar rivers. The crisis sparked intense political dispute
North Macedonia political and EU integration developments
2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
Latest: Mickoski welcomes EU proposals to reform enlargement veto process
North Macedonia is navigating domestic political negotiations and international integration efforts. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has called for the opposition to present a formal proposal to unblock talks regarding
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