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Levica party criticisms in North Macedonia

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The political party Levica has issued several criticisms regarding the North Macedonian government’s management of social and economic issues. Initially, the party criticized the lack of mandatory heat protection for workers, arguing that the government’s Heatwave Action Plan 2025–2030 relies on recommendations rather than binding regulations. Levica has also accused Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski of misrepresenting the country’s economic health. The party contends that while the government reports high growth, citizens struggle with the cost of living. Levica cited data indicating that two minimum wages are insufficient to cover the minimum union basket of costs. Specifically, they noted that with a minimum wage of 26,046 denars, two salaries total 52,092 denars, which fails to meet the minimum union basket of 68,675 denars (or 84,050 denars when including rent), leaving a deficit of over 16,000 denars. Citing 2025 Eurostat data, the party stated health, noting that Macedonia’s GDP per capita was only 43 percent of the EU average, and real individual consumption was 50 percent remain significantly below EU averages. Levica has expanded its critique to include the country’s demographic crisis. Party representative Jovana Mojsovska highlighted systemic failures such as months-long delays in maternity benefits, difficulties securing kindergarten placements, and instances of pregnant workers losing their jobs. The party also criticized Education Minister Vesna Janevska for suggesting that first-grade students should ask for ‘little brothers or sisters’ to address population decline. Levica argues that the EU average. demographic crisis is driven by mass emigration caused by low wages, corruption, and a job market dependent on political connections rather than merit. They further claimed noted that for approximately 3,000 fewer first-graders enrolled this year compared to the first quarter of 2026, Macedonia ranked fourth among six Western Balkan nations. Additionally, Levica criticized previous year. Furthermore, the party continues to challenge the ruling DPMNE and SDSM parties over housing policies. The party argues Levica contends that current policies force young people into a cycle of permanent renting or lifelong bank debt. They noted debt, noting that housing lending increased by 16.6% annually in June, and asserted June. They assert that uncontrolled urban sprawl and rising real estate prices are primary drivers for youth emigration.

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  1. 2026-09-02 10:56 UTC Levica party criticisms in North Macedonia
  2. 2026-08-29 10:32 UTC Levica party criticisms in North Macedonia
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