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Macedonia 16.01.24 | 15:05

A new scandal in the MFA, Muhabi Sinani from a private company, an employee of the MFA and without fulfilling the conditions, will be the Consul General in New York

The Macedonian Diplomatic Union strongly condemns the statements made by Minister of Foreign Affairs Bujar Osmani, accusing the union of alleged “Albanophobia” or “Albanian hysteria” in response to the union’s call for the preservation of professional diplomatic standards...

Macedonia 16.01.24 | 11:50

The Ministry of the Interior has extended the deadline: ID cards will be able to be used even after February 13

The Ministry of Internal Affairs made a decision that for domestic use, identity cards with the title “Republic of Macedonia” will continue to be valid after February 13.

Economy 15.01.24 | 16:20

Gasoline prices are decreasing, while diesel prices are on the rise

Gasoline is cheaper by half a denar, and diesel fuel, on the other hand, is more expensive by one denarius from yesterday, the Regulatory Commission for Energy (RKE) informs. With the new decision of RKE, the price of diesel fuel will be 73.5 denars per liter, the price of Eurosuper 95 will be 76.5 denars...

Economy 15.01.24 | 16:12

PRO prevents fraudulent activity related to VAT refund for oil companies

On Monday, the Public Revenue Office (PRO) disclosed detailed information regarding the deceptive practices employed by oil companies to secure a Value Added Tax (VAT) refund through personal income tax channels. The PRO conducted audits on three companies engaged in wholesale and retail trade of oil...

Sport 14.01.24 | 21:52

Macedonians demand that German television stops using the term “Northmacedonians”

Macedonian diplomats in Germany and diaspora associations reacted to the RTL TV, after their journalists used the term Northmacedonian to describe our handball team. Macedonia played France at the opening of the European Championship and the term that is seen as humiliating by Macedonians was used during...

Macedonia 14.01.24 | 15:21

The Church demands apology after Christ was mocked at the Vevcani carnival

Public figures and representatives of the church condemned a mask displayed at the Vevcani carnival, in which a reveller dressed as Jesus and carried a cross made of beer boxes. The carnival, that dates to the Pagan times, includes both masks of demons and spirits and politically themes masks. We are...

Macedonia 14.01.24 | 11:37

Each year, at least 100 citizens are forced to turn to the public for donations for their medical expenses

More than 100 citizens of Macedonia are forced to turn to the public and beg for money to cover basic medical needs every year, the opposition VMRO-DPMNE party estimates. According to the party press release, the Healthcare Fund is not capable to cover the needs of the citizens, whether for immediate...

Balkans 14.01.24 | 10:25

Earthquake in Albania

An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale struck Albania around midnight. The quake was felt across south-western Macedonia, in the areas of Ohrid, Struga, Gostivar, and all the way to Skopje. There are no reports of damages or injuries.

Macedonia 13.01.24 | 18:42

Tenders initiated for the selection of a universal electricity supplier

In the Government of the Republic of Macedonia, the expert commission publicly unveiled the bids on Friday for the public call 09-12895/1, with the aim of awarding a contract for the universal supply of electricity, as initially published on December 11, 2023. According to information provided by the...

Macedonia 13.01.24 | 17:45

On Monday, VMRO-DPMNE will submit a petition to the Constitutional Court regarding the passports

Regarding passports, on Monday we will submit a petition to the Constitutional Court to repeal the law. If the Constitutional Court wants to resolve the matter, it can immediately convene a session and discuss the petition that we will submit and put the legal decree into force, said the president of...

Culture 13.01.24 | 13:37

The entertainment segment of the Vevchani carnival has been called off

Due to the unfortunate passing of a young resident in Vevchani, Mayor Spase Kochoveski announced on Saturday the cancellation of the festive entertainment segment of the Vevchani carnival. Instead, the event will be scaled down to feature a parade of masks in a more subdued manner.

Economy 12.01.24 | 19:12

Bytyqi expects information on the universal electricity supplier to be available within the next 10 days

The opening and evaluation of bids to determine their compliance with conditions will take place today. Regarding the tender for the universal electricity supplier, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Fatmir Bytyqi stated on Friday that they are unaware of potential applicants. Responding to a...

Macedonia 11.01.24 | 23:56

VMRO-DPMNE chooses to take part in the caretaker administration

During Thursday’s meeting of the Executive Committee, VMRO-DPMNE decided to engage in the caretaker government while abstaining from voting for it, according to Timcho Mucunski, a member of the Executive Committee. Mucunski stated that the Central Committee is expected to empower party leader Hristijan...

Economy 11.01.24 | 21:21

A number of elements determine whether a guaranteed pricing measure is valid

Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski stated on Thursday that the “guaranteed price” measure relies on the law on unfair trade practices and market price trends. Prices and profit margins are carefully monitored in collaboration with experts, and decisions are made based on thorough assessments. “The...

Macedonia 11.01.24 | 21:12

Criminal Court: Neziri and three suspects in M-NAV case face 30-day house arrest and precautionary measures

Thursday afternoon, the Skopje Criminal Court imposed a 30-day house arrest on four individuals connected to the incidents at M-NAV. Additional precautionary measures include the temporary seizure of travel documents, a prohibition on their issuance, and a restraining order preventing contact with or...

Macedonia 11.01.24 | 17:56

Health Minister Mexhiti advises parents to vaccinate their children, saying vaccine dosages are adequate

As whooping cough (pertussis) instances have surfaced in the nation and the region, Health Minister Fatmir Mexhiti advised parents to vaccinate their children on Thursday. Minister Mexhiti has ordered that all baby immunization cards be checked and stated that there are adequate supplies of vaccines. It’s...

Macedonia 11.01.24 | 17:19

Mickoski expects VMRO-DPMNE to decide on participation in caretaker government

As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, I don’t have specific information about the developments in VMRO-DPMNE’s decision-making process regarding their participation in the caretaker government, as the information is not up-to-date. To get the latest and most accurate information,...

Macedonia 11.01.24 | 00:32

Dutch Ambassador Kop calls out Ali Ahmeti for his meddling in the judiciary

Dutch Ambassador to Macedonia Dirk Jan Kop, who is by far the most outspoken critic of the disastrous collapse of the rule of law in the country, met with DUI party leader Ali Ahmeti today. In a rare move by a Western ambassador to criticize DUI, the ambassador blamed Ahmeti of influencing the Supreme...

Macedonia 10.01.24 | 14:30

Spasovski visits Washington

Oliver Spasovski, the Minister of Interior, is currently leading a delegation on a visit to the United States from January 10-12. The Ministry of Interior disclosed that Minister Spasovski is slated to hold meetings with several high-profile officials during this visit. Among them are James O’Brien,...

Macedonia 10.01.24 | 12:20

The government plans to deliberate on the President’s proposal regarding extending the deadline for the replacement of personal documents

Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski announced on Wednesday his intention to discuss President Stevo Pendarovski’s proposal regarding the extension of the deadline for replacing citizens’ personal documents. The current deadline, set to expire on February 12 in line with the Prespa Agreement,...

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