Venko Filipče

North Macedonia political and economic tensions rise

89 clusters · 89 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Venko Filipče alleges financial misconduct in Hungary loan and state spending

In September 2026, political and economic tensions in North Macedonia intensified as opposition parties challenged the government’s transparency and fiscal management. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski announced that the

Macedonia water crisis, data centers and political disputes

14 clusters · 49 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia to adopt AI strategy and build National Data Center

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 public sector and pension increases

10 clusters · 44 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE defends North Macedonia pension system stability

The VMRO-DPMNE-led government in North Macedonia continues to implement salary and pension increases across various sectors. In the public sector, recent agreements with unions UPOZ and SADO aim to improve pay for admini

Balkan energy security and political tensions

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Economic developments in Albania and North Macedonia

Energy security and resource management have become significant points of political contention in the Balkans. In Albania, allegations of political interference have emerged regarding energy infrastructure. Journalist A

North Macedonia implements diesel VAT reduction

3 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia reduces diesel VAT to mitigate rising fuel prices

The North Macedonian government has officially approved a reduction in the Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel fuel, lowering the rate from 18% to 10%. Announced by Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, the measure is scheduled

SDSM minimum wage increase proposal in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia: SDSM proposes minimum wage increase to 600 euros

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has moved to increase the national minimum wage to address rising living costs. Initially, the party proposed raising the wage to 36,000 denars (approximately 600 euros) to

North Macedonia institutional and demographic challenges

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia sees declining marriage rates and rising divorces

North Macedonia continues to navigate institutional and demographic challenges. The country is managing a legal trial concerning the ‘State Lottery’ case involving approximately 8 million euros, while simultaneously addr

Serbian media influence in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: SDSM claims Serbian media network is operating in North Macedonia

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has raised alarms regarding the expansion of Serbian media influence within North Macedonia. SDSM president Venko Filipče warned that the entry of Serbian outlets aims to e

Gostivar water crisis: Legal actions and state of crisis

33 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: SDSM accuses Public Prosecutor's Office of inaction on corruption reports

The drinking-water ban in Gostivar was lifted after laboratory results from the Food and Veterinary Agency and the Directorate for Protection and Rescue confirmed the water is microbiologically safe. This followed a 22-d

Economic and infrastructure developments in the Balkans

2 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Vertical Corridor expands to North Macedonia and Serbia

Economic and infrastructure developments continue in North Macedonia and Albania. In North Macedonia, the government is implementing laws to support manufacturing and research through financial aid for investments, with

North Macedonia political and EU integration tensions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Macedonia: PM Mickoski addresses EU enlargement and new criteria

Political tension in North Macedonia has centered on the government’s relationship with the European Union and parliamentary transparency. Opposition leader Venko Filipçe of the LSDM accused Prime Minister Hristijan Mick

North Macedonia reforms and EU accession challenges

428 clusters · 187 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Assembly commissions to discuss anti-corruption and defense

Since May 2026, North Macedonia’s ruling VMRO-DPMNE coalition and the opposition have been locked in a volatile reform race underpinning the country’s EU-accession bid. While the government has pursued EU Growth-Plan fun

Macedonian political opposition to Mickoski government

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia leaders clash over data center development

Venko Filipce, leader of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM), has intensified political opposition against Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski’s administration. On August 24, Filipce declared the SDSM prepared

North Macedonia modular hospital procurement controversy

3 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE criticizes modular hospital case and highlights healthcare investments

The investigation into the procurement of 19 modular hospitals used during the COVID-19 pandemic in North Macedonia has been closed by the Basic Public Prosecutor’s Office for Prosecution of Organized Crime and Corruptio

VMRO-DPMNE political activity in North Macedonia

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia political parties clash over wages and EU path

The VMRO-DPMNE political party in North Macedonia has focused its recent rhetoric on national stability and criticisms of the ruling SDSM party. Initially, the party emphasized a commitment to economic growth and nationa