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North Macedonia transport and energy infrastructure updates

14 clusters · 54 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia invests 6 million euros in Kicevo infrastructure

North Macedonia continues to prioritize the modernization of European Corridors 8 and 10. On the Ohrid-Kičevo highway, the Preseka tunnel is entering its final stages, with painting and lighting installation underway. De

Police enforcement in Western Macedonia and surrounding-Balk

9 clusters · 67 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia police arrest 13 people in drug raids

Police enforcement operations in the Western Macedonia region and surrounding Balkan areas have expanded significantly, particularly regarding narcotics and organized crime. In Greece, enforcement has addressed traffic v

Food safety inspections in North Macedonia and Kosovo

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Kosovo Food and Veterinary Agency destroys contaminated corn and returns animal feed to Serbia

Food and veterinary agencies in North Macedonia and Kosovo have reported significant enforcement actions regarding unsafe food products. In North Macedonia, the Food and Veterinary Agency (AHV) reported that between Jan

Food safety enforcement in North Macedonia

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Food and Veterinary Agency seizes unsafe meat in North Macedonia

Authorities in North Macedonia have conducted enforcement actions against illegal food sales and expired products. In Gostivar, a joint operation involving the Food and Veterinary Agency (AUV) and local police resulted i

Balkan youth football development and recognition

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Youth football talents receive national team call-ups in Balkans

Youth football clubs from Serbia and Montenegro have demonstrated competitive success in international tournaments. In Croatia, FK Železničar reached the quarterfinals of the Grand Prix Tour Football 7, while in North Ma

North Macedonia environmental protection debate

4 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Ministry of Environment launches digital initiative

In September 2026, activists in Ohrid launched a petition demanding improved environmental protections in North Macedonia. The initiative called for systematic policies to address air pollution, water safety, waste manag

Legal proceedings for physical assaults in Bulgaria and MK

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ohrid court acquits defendants in Hristiyan Pendikov assault case

Legal proceedings are underway regarding separate physical assault cases in the region. In Bulgaria, the Veliko Tarnovo District Court has postponed the trial involving the assault of Nikolay Kozhuharov, the former direc

North Macedonia police enforcement and traffic safety

23 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Fatal car accident on Strumica–Radovish road in North Macedonia

In late July 2026, the Macedonian Ministry of Internal Affairs secured a two‑year contract for 10,000 rapid drug‑testing kits from China to enable roadside screening. Following this, police launched various operations, i

Balkan and Mediterranean travel destination comparisons

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: European travel destinations offer affordable alternatives to the Maldives

Travel analyses have highlighted various regional destinations based on cost-effectiveness and aesthetic appeal. Initial comparisons focused on weekend travel from Skopje, evaluating the expenses of family trips to Ohr

North Macedonia judicial and prosecutorial reforms

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia judges warn of judicial system crisis

In mid-September 2026, officials in North Macedonia focused on judicial independence and transparency. During an international conference in Ohrid, Darko Kostadinovski, President of the Constitutional Court, reported a r

North Macedonia fiscal and income reporting

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Public Revenue Administration reports record income data

Annual data from North Macedonia’s Public Revenue Directorate and Public Revenue Administration for 2025 highlights shifts in tax collection and wealth distribution. VAT refunds to businesses declined for the second co

Venice Architecture Biennale 2027 selections

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Mexico selects ‘Rural’ project for 2027 Venice Biennale

North Macedonia has selected the project ‘Ohrid In Situ – architecture, continuity and wisdom of the place’ to represent the country at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice in 2027. Developed by the

North Macedonia institutional modernization and safety

7 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Safe City traffic surveillance expands to Ohrid and Struga

North Macedonia is implementing new technological measures to enhance public safety and institutional transparency. In late August, the Ministry of Internal Affairs expanded its ‘Safe City’ automated traffic system to in

North Macedonia marks 35 years of independence

10 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia releases spending report for 35th independence anniversary

North Macedonia is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its independence, stemming from the September 8, 1991, referendum in which over 95 percent of voters supported sovereignty. The milestone is being observed through s

Gastronomy and culinary trends in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Macedonia hosts major wine festivals and Vranec World Day

Gastronomy and culinary trends in North Macedonia have seen a focus on both international and local offerings. Data released around World Tourism Day indicates a rising popularity of international cuisines, with approxim

Municipal infrastructure development in North Macedonia

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Ohrid implements major capital infrastructure projects

Municipalities in North Macedonia are undertaking significant infrastructure and modernization projects. In Bitola, the local and national governments have allocated over 310 million denars to school sports infrastructu