Thursday, 30 November 2023
Macedonia 30.11.23 | 20:28

Appeals to find missing Skopje girl Vanja Gjorchevska spread through the region

Urgent appeals to find Vanja Gjorchevska are spreading from Macedonia across the region. The 14 year old girl went missing on Monday, in downtown Skopje, as she was heading to school, and no word has been had from her since. The distraught family is urging citizens to share any information they have....

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 20:23

Mickoski discussed EU integration and Macedonian identity issues with US Assistant Secretary O’Brien

VMRO-DPMNE President Hristijan Mickoski met today with the US Assistant Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasia James O’Brien, who is in Skopje for the OSCE conference. VMRO-DPMNE issued a statement after the meeting, informing that Mickoski and O’Brien, accompanied by US Ambassador Aggeler...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 20:16

Trenchevska: Pro-citizen anti-crisis policies implemented without regard to electoral outcomes

Minister of Labor and Social Policy, Jovanka Trenchevska, emphasized that the recent anti-crisis measures are not election-oriented but aimed at supporting citizens affected by ongoing energy and price crises. She highlighted the measures’ broad scope, aiding vulnerable groups such as students,...

World 30.11.23 | 20:13

Cohen: There will be a ceasefire as long as Hamas releases its hostages, but the combat will resume after it does

There is only one party accountable for the October 7 slaughter, the hostages, the ensuing conflict, and the agony of the Gaza population: Hamas – ISIS. Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen made this declaration on his doorstep in front of the 30th OSCE Ministerial Council in Skopje: “The...

Film 30.11.23 | 20:03

The popular series “Sex and the City” star Frances Sternhagen passed away

The popular television series “Sex and the City” star Frances Sternhagen passed away. Sternhagen passed away quietly, surrounded by loved ones, from natural causes, according to a statement from her family. “We continue to be inspired by her love and life,” the statement reads. The...

Sport 30.11.23 | 19:58

Jokic smashes records by completing a “triple-double” without committing a turnover—a feat not seen in 40 years

Denver’s basketball team beat Houston with a score of 134: 124 in the NBA League, and Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets performed admirably in this game as well.A new “triple-double” record was set by Serbian center Jokic, who scored 32 points (12/19 from the field, 7/8 from the free throw...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 19:51

Kostadinovska-Stojchevska: The Forum of Slavic Cultures is a major advocate for the work of museums

Minister Bisera Kostadinovska-Stojchevska recently met with Andreja Rihter, the Director of the Forum of Slavic Cultures (FSK) and President of the European Museum Forum. They discussed FSK’s role in connecting and representing Slavic culture worldwide. Kostadinovska-Stojchevska emphasized the...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 19:45

A joint declaration on the fight against corruption was signed by the OSCE Ministerial Council

The Foreign Ministers of Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Montenegro, meeting at the 30th OSCE Ministerial Council in Skopje, signed a joint statement aimed at combating corruption, money laundering, and aiding asset recovery. This joint statement, which acknowledges corruption’s...

Sport 30.11.23 | 19:42

Confirmed as the preferred hosts of the 2030 and 2034 Games are France and the US

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed the French Alps and Salt Lake City, USA, as the preferred hosts for the 2030 and 2034 Winter Olympics. Switzerland and Sweden initially expressed interest in hosting the 2030 Games, but Japan’s Sapporo withdrew due to a bribery scandal around...

World 30.11.23 | 19:38

At 100 years old, Henry Kissinger leaves a mixed legacy

Henry Kissinger, the former US Secretary of State, passed away at the age of 100 at his Connecticut home, as confirmed by a spokeswoman for his consulting firm, Kissinger Associates. Renowned for his secret diplomacy, Kissinger played a pivotal role in shaping US politics, although critics often characterized...

World 30.11.23 | 19:34

As COP28 gets underway, world leaders address the climate catastrophe in Dubai

COP28, the UN Climate Change Conference, commences in Dubai, hosting representatives from around 200 states for discussions on addressing the climate crisis. The conference aims to review the progress of the Paris Climate Accords in limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius to prevent irreversible...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 19:30

Kauma: Macedonia has shown effective neighbor diplomacy and is the country that appreciates the importance of constructive involvement in the OSCE the most

Addressing the 30th OSCE Ministerial Council in Skopje, President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Pia Kauma commended Macedonia’s inclusive multiethnic society and successful diplomacy with neighbors, highlighting the country’s understanding of positive engagement within the OSCE. Kauma...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 19:20

Osmani: We’ll adjust to the force of momentum to make sure the OSCE has a stable and productive future

In his remarks at the opening of the 30th OSCE Ministerial Meeting in Skopje, Bujar Osmani, the Chairperson-in-Office and Foreign Minister of Macedonia, delivered a message of hope and responsibility. He emphasized the challenges faced during their Chairmanship, notably the conflict in Ukraine that undermined...

World 30.11.23 | 18:52

O’Brien: Those who want to prevent the OSCE from operating should receive extra criticism

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, James O’Brien, strongly criticized those obstructing the OSCE’s functionality, calling it a direct challenge not only to established values but also to the fundamental rights of millions of people. He described the OSCE as a...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 18:40

Accepting leaders’ meeting on election date, electoral code, and caretaker government elimination, VMRO-DPMNE

Accepting leaders’ meeting on election date, electoral code, and caretaker government elimination, VMRO-DPMNE The OSCE/ODIHR recommendations, the offer to end the caretaker government in order to prevent having a DUI caretaker prime minister, and the opposition party’s acceptance of a leaders’...

News 30.11.23 | 18:37

Baerbock: The OSCE’s operations cannot be hindered by Russia

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation within the OSCE, despite Russia’s significant obstructions over the past year and a half. Baerbock firmly stated Germany’s refusal to allow the Russian Government’s actions to dismantle organizations...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 18:32

Lavrov comments that the OSCE’s future is uncertain when a few officials leave

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, speaking at the OSCE’s 30th Ministerial Council, criticized the current direction of the organization, stating that Western actions are undermining European security. Lavrov highlighted divisions impacting the OSCE’s founding security principles, expressing...

Economy 30.11.23 | 18:19

ESM submits an electricity price increase of 7.5 percent at the EVN Home tender

EVN Home, the universal supplier, received only one bid for supplying electricity to the regulated market for the first half of next year. The bid, presented by Power Plants of Macedonia (ESM), offered EUR 57 per MWh, covering 95% of the total quantity—marking a 7.5% increase compared to the previous...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 18:16

Helga Schmid: The OSCE’s capacity to promote regional approaches to common problems is one aspect that distinguishes its work

SCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid highlighted the organization’s distinctive approach in addressing shared challenges regionally during the 30th OSCE Ministerial Council in Skopje. Emphasizing the OSCE’s role in holding participants accountable based on principles agreed upon nearly...

Macedonia 30.11.23 | 12:14

Nikoloski: The government accepted the positions of VMRO-DPMNE and it is unreasonable to have separate elections

Preparations for elections begin, usually 5-6 months before elections, preparations begin. The good thing is that we had, we still have an intensive field activity that started in the summer, lasts all fall, and this winter too, we are with the citizens several days a week. We receive information from...

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