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North Macedonia Sets Minimum Wage at 26,046 Denars; Trade Union Announces Protests

North Macedonia’s minimum wage has been set at 26,046 denars, reflecting an increase of about 1,600 denars, a move that has triggered strong opposition from the Federation of Trade Unions of Macedonia

March 2, 2026

Macedonia

North Macedonia Deepens Ties with Croatia as FM Mucunski Hosts Croatian Counterpart, Secures Strong EU Backing

North Macedonia took a central diplomatic step forward as Foreign Minister Timčo Mucunski hosted Croatia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Gordan Grlić Radman in Skopje, reaffirming the country’s European course and

February 27, 2026

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“A Close Ally of President George W. Bush”: North Macedonia Marks 22 Years Since Boris Trajkovski’s Death

North Macedonia marked the 22nd anniversary of the death of former President Boris Trajkovski, who was killed in a plane crash on 26 February 2004 while travelling to an international conference in

February 26, 2026

Macedonia

Prochka Carnival Returns with Full Spectacle, Centuries-Old Tradition, and International Flair

The streets of Prilep were transformed this weekend into a vibrant sea of color, music and tradition as the legendary Prochka Carnival took place in all its glory — celebrating both deep

February 23, 2026

Macedonia

Budget Priorities Clash With Worker Wages in North Macedonia

A growing standoff over wage policy in North Macedonia is exposing deep frustrations among workers and unions, who argue that while the state budget has room for spending, ordinary employees are being

February 17, 2026

Macedonia

The United States and Macedonia Reach a Reciprocal Trade Agreement

The United States and Macedonia have reached a Framework Agreement on reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations, which will provide exporters from both countries with expanded access

February 13, 2026

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Mickoski Expects Positive News: Significantly Lower U.S. Tariffs for 64 Strategic Macedonian Products

The Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, Hristijan Mickoski, said today that he expects positive news regarding U.S. trade tariffs, announcing that intensive negotiations over the past months are likely

February 12, 2026

Macedonia

Nearly 60,000 Tourists Visited North Macedonia in December: Most Arrivals from Turkey, Bulgaria and Serbia

Nearly 60,000 tourists visited North Macedonia in December, with most arrivals coming from Turkey, Bulgaria, and Serbia. According to data from the State Statistical Office, a total of 59,521 tourists stayed in

February 12, 2026

Macedonia

Court in Blagoevgrad Once Again Rejects Registration of Macedonian Organization

The court in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria, has once again upheld the decision of the Registration Agency to refuse the registration of a Macedonian organization, rejecting the application from the Association of Repressed Macedonians

February 11, 2026

Macedonia

Historic Nightlife Spots in Skopje Torn Down as City Prepares for New Luna Park

In a major urban transformation this week, authorities have begun demolishing a group of long-standing summer nightclubs located in the heart of Skopje’s Central City Park. The dismantling marks the end of

February 11, 2026

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North Macedonia Workers’ Protest Escalates Over Minimum Wage and Parliamentary Action

Workers and union activists in North Macedonia have escalated protests demanding a significant increase in the national minimum wage, intensifying pressure on lawmakers and the government. Demonstrations this week have included road

February 10, 2026

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