AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBulgaria Ties: North Macedonia’s new ambassador to Bulgaria, Krum Efremov, presented his credentials in Sofia. Bulgaria backed the country’s EU path but stressed that progress depends on meeting bilateral commitments and protecting Bulgarians’ rights; both sides also pointed to the Corridor VIII rail tunnel as a chance to deepen cooperation. Labour Policy: North Macedonia and the ILO launched a 2026–2030 decent-work programme targeting labour shortages, skills gaps, informal work and low participation by women and young people. EU Accession: EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said constitutional amendments are needed for North Macedonia to advance toward membership. Rule of Law: The OSCE reported that nearly half of rulings in major corruption cases in North Macedonia are overturned, raising concerns about the justice system’s effectiveness. Regional Politics: Serbia’s student-backed opposition won a parliamentary majority, ending Aleksandar Vučić’s long rule; analysts say the result could shift regional politics, including the influence Belgrade has exerted in North Macedonia.
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