VMRO-DPMNE

Alta Group crisis: License revocations and bankruptcy

9 clusters · 208 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: Alta Banka Belgrade bankruptcy sparks disinformation concerns

The banking crisis involving Alta Group has escalated into a criminal investigation and widespread financial disruption across the Balkans. In Serbia, the National Bank of Serbia (NBS) revoked the operating license of Al

Pulse nightclub fire trial and corruption investigations

23 clusters · 51 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia parents demand accountability for Pulse nightclub tragedy

Legal proceedings regarding the fatal Pulse nightclub fire in Kočani on March 16, 2025, which resulted in 63 deaths and over 200 injuries, have expanded to include new corruption investigations. Club owner Dejan Jovanov

North Macedonian government domestic policy and stability

8 clusters · 36 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: Nikoloski announces infrastructure reforms for EU integration

North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has focused on domestic infrastructure, energy security, and political stability. He has announced approximately 500 million euros in budget support for local municipali

North Macedonia EU relations and Alta Banka crisis

28 clusters · 70 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia advances digital transformation and EU roaming agreement

The relationship between North Macedonia and the European Union remains complex as Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski and President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova navigate regional disputes. Mickoski has accused Bulgaria of

North Macedonia judicial accountability controversy

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Antonio Miloshoski criticizes Supreme Court in North Macedonia

The VMRO-DPMNE political party has criticized the Macedonian judiciary, alleging it acts as a shield for political figures from the SDS and DUI parties. This criticism follows a ruling by Judge Afrim Fidani, who acquitte

North Macedonia political and identity tensions

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: ZNAM threatens to leave North Macedonia government over jurisprudence exam

Political tensions in North Macedonia have centered on disputes regarding national identity and historical relations with Bulgaria. Debates have emerged concerning the legitimacy of Macedonian roots and the impact of pre

North Macedonia educational infrastructure and reform

13 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: North Macedonia education reforms noted by European Commission

North Macedonia is undertaking extensive educational infrastructure and curriculum reforms, supported by a 78 million euro investment targeting at least 300 facilities. While the ‘Stiv Naumov’ dormitory is operational, M

Albanian 2027 fiscal package and budget developments

8 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Albania 2027 budget sparks debate over youth funding and taxation

The Albanian government has proposed a 10 billion euro budget for 2027, characterized by significant shifts in taxation and sectoral spending. To mitigate rising living costs, the proposal includes reducing the Value Add

Skopje municipal anniversaries and political dispute

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE accuses Centar Mayor Goran Gerasimovski of award irregularities

The Skopje municipalities of Centar and Gazi Baba are celebrating 50 years of existence. In Centar, Mayor Goran Gerasimovski highlighted the municipality’s evolution into a modern urban core, focusing on education, infra

North Macedonia political and Alta Bank crisis intensifies

128 clusters · 182 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: North Macedonia political crisis over Alta Bank entry

Political and economic tensions in North Macedonia have intensified through late 2026, characterized by accusations of foreign influence and institutional instability. The opposition SDSM has accused Prime Minister Hrist

North Macedonia economic, energy, and fiscal trends

35 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Albania faces economic challenges amid regional summit and credit access issues

North Macedonia is experiencing sustained economic growth alongside intensifying political debates over debt, agricultural viability, and the cost of living. While the government reported GDP growth of 4.3% in Q2 2026 an

Controversy over Petar Bogojevski remarks on women

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Petar Bogojevski sparks controversy over comments on women's rights

Petar Bogojevski, leader of the Macedonian Concept political party, has faced widespread condemnation following comments regarding gender roles and domestic dynamics. During a television debate on TV Alfa, Bogojevski sug

North Macedonian municipal infrastructure developments

6 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Skopje Mayor announces utility fee exemptions for young couples

Municipalities in North Macedonia continue to implement urban development and infrastructure projects. In Strumica, Mayor Petar Jankov has reported progress on financial debt management and projects including a new filte

EU-Western Balkans diplomatic relations

11 clusters · 145 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: European Commission warns North Macedonia over Prespa Agreement compliance

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s diplomatic efforts in the Western Balkans have highlighted uneven integration speeds. During a tour from late September to early October 2026, von der Leyen visited Al

North Macedonia political corruption allegations

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Macedonia and Switzerland discuss economic cooperation and EU integration

Political tensions in North Macedonia have escalated through a series of mutual accusations between major parties and public figures. In late October, the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) accused Prime Minist

Bulgaria–North Macedonia Iva Mihaylova extradition dispute

19 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Minister criticizes Bulgaria over fugitive protection

The dispute over Bulgarian citizen Iva Mihaylova’s medical access and legal status has escalated into an international matter. The crisis originated following a fatal head-on collision between Kočani and Štip, North Mace

Gjorce Petrov municipal infrastructure development

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Gjorce Petrov Municipality reports record capital investments

In October 2026, Mayor Aleksandar Stojkoski announced significant educational and childcare infrastructure upgrades in the Gjorce Petrov municipality. These projects include the construction of 22 new classrooms across t

Arkin Jahiji wins Brvenica mayoral runoff

19 clusters · 61 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Brvenica voting controversy sparks political reaction in North Macedonia

Following the death of Mayor Ivica Ilievski in June 2026, extraordinary mayoral elections were held in Brvenica, North Macedonia. After the first round on October 18, 2026, where no candidate secured a majority, a runoff

VMRO-DPMNE opposition to Skopje urban development

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE criticizes urban expansion in Centar Municipality

Officials from the VMRO-DPMNE party have raised concerns regarding urban development and construction projects within the Centar Municipality of Skopje. Initially, Stefan Kirkov of the VMRO-DPMNE City Committee challeng

North Macedonia student meal subsidy dispute

5 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia students accept new subsidized meal model

In North Macedonia, political and student groups are advocating for reforms to the student meal subsidy system due to rising living costs. The Levica political party proposed legislative amendments to link the daily meal

Sali Berisha US travel and Albanian unrest

12 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Albanian Prime Minister Rama mocks protests

Sali Berisha, leader of the Democratic Party of Albania, has successfully overturned a ban on his entry into the United States through legal channels. During his visit, Berisha met with Republican leaders in Texas, inclu

North Macedonia labor market and employment initiatives

4 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia draft law proposes permanent status for temporary public workers

North Macedonia has introduced several measures to address labor market challenges, specifically focusing on youth employment and skill alignment. Minister of Economy and Labor Besar Durmishi outlined the 2026 Operationa

Trial continues for Artan Grubi in State Lottery case

13 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: State Lottery trial: Witness describes relationship between Grubi and Bajrami

The trial of former First Deputy Prime Minister Artan Grubi, former State Lottery director Perparim Bajrami, and six others continues at the Basic Criminal Court in Skopje. The defendants are accused of exceeding officia

North Macedonia administrative and spatial planning updates

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Spatial Planning Agency reports strategic progress

The North Macedonian Assembly passed amendments to the Law on Administrative Servants to promote a merit-based system. These changes include the abolition of promotions without internal advertisements and the automatic t

North Macedonia economic indicators

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia economy shows growth in GDP and household savings

Economic data from North Macedonia shows growth in wages and business turnover. In August 2026, the average monthly net salary rose by 7.6 percent compared to August 2025, reaching 48,733 denars. The minimum net wage als

North Macedonia renewables, gas link & mineral strategy

30 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia collects 1.2 billion denars in mineral resource concessions

In 2026, North Macedonia accelerated its clean-energy transition with a €1.5 billion programme for two run-of-river hydro plants (Chebren, Galishte) and a €400 million wind farm near Štip, while a second 800 million-euro

North Macedonia public sector pay and pension system updates

19 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia considers pension reforms and medical leave updates

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

SDSM minimum wage and agricultural subsidy proposals

9 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Sllobodan Trendafilov criticizes wage calculation debates in North Macedonia

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has proposed increasing the national minimum wage to 36,960 denars (approximately 600 euros) to combat rising living costs. SDSM President Venko Filipce has argued that the

North Macedonia fiscal and agricultural spending

8 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia budget rebalance discussed in Finance and Budget Commission

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,

Internal reform disputes within SDSM

6 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Aleksandar Velkovski seeks leadership support within LSDM

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) is experiencing intense internal conflict driven by the ‘12:05’ platform, a group of current and former officials seeking structural reforms. The movement, which includes f