Macedonia

Country Macedonia
Capital Skopje
Continent Europe
Currency Macedonian denar(MKD)
Languages Macedonian, Albanian, Turkish, Roma, Serbian, Bosnian & Aromanian

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Macedonia gained its independence peacefully from Yugoslavia in 1991. Greece's objection to the new state's use of what it considered a Hellenic name and symbols delayed international recognition, which occurred under the provisional designation of "the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia." In 1995, Greece lifted a 20-month trade embargo and the two countries agreed to normalize relations. The United States began referring to Macedonia by its constitutional name, Republic of Macedonia, in 2004 and negotiations continue between Greece and Macedonia to resolve the name issue. Some ethnic Albanians, angered by perceived political and economic inequities, launched an insurgency in 2001 that eventually won the support of the majority of Macedonia's Albanian population and led to the internationally-brokered Ohrid Framework Agreement, which ended the fighting by establishing a set of new laws enhancing the rights of minorities. Fully implementing the Framework Agreement and stimulating economic growth and development continue to be challenges for Macedonia, although progress has been made on both fronts over the past several years.

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North Macedonia | Facts, Flag, & Name Change - BritannicaNorth Macedonia | Facts, Flag, & Name Change  Britannica
North Macedonia declares electricity crisis over fuel oil shortage - Euronews.comNorth Macedonia declares electricity crisis over fuel oil shortage  Euronews.com
North Macedonia Inflation Edges Down to 4.1% - TradingView — Track All MarketsNorth Macedonia Inflation Edges Down to 4.1%  TradingView — Track All Markets
Road to Growth: North Macedonia’s New Expressway Boosts Trade and Connectivity - World BankRoad to Growth: North Macedonia’s New Expressway Boosts Trade and Connectivity  World Bank
EBRD financing for North Macedonia’s rail transport - Railway PROEBRD financing for North Macedonia’s rail transport  Railway PRO
North Macedonia - 7 European countries that don't use the euro - The Economic TimesNorth Macedonia - 7 European countries that don't use the euro  The Economic Times
European Commission welcomes agreement on Railway Corridor VIII between Bulgaria and North Macedonia - Enlargement and Eastern NeighbourhoodEuropean Commission welcomes agreement on Railway Corridor VIII between Bulgaria and North Macedonia  Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
Launch of Report on Enablers and Incentives of FIMI in North Macedonia - International IDEALaunch of Report on Enablers and Incentives of FIMI in North Macedonia  International IDEA
EBRD financing for North Macedonia rail transport gets EUR 20.9m boost - Railway SupplyEBRD financing for North Macedonia rail transport gets EUR 20.9m boost  Railway Supply
New study rewrites the origins of the Macedonian kingdom, dating Alexander the Great’s dynasty to the 6th century BCE - Archaeology News Online MagazineNew study rewrites the origins of the Macedonian kingdom, dating Alexander the Great’s dynasty to the 6th century BCE  Archaeology News Online Magazine
Republic of North Macedonia - Welcome to the United NationsRepublic of North Macedonia  Welcome to the United Nations
MK Amichai Eliyahu to visit North Macedonia - The Jerusalem PostMK Amichai Eliyahu to visit North Macedonia  The Jerusalem Post
Bulgarian Foreign Ministry Affirms Consistent Stance on North Macedonia, Rejects Negotiation Attempts to Bypass Friendship Agreement - UnpadBulgarian Foreign Ministry Affirms Consistent Stance on North Macedonia, Rejects Negotiation Attempts to Bypass Friendship Agreement  Unpad
Artificial Intelligence in the Media: Toward Smarter Regulation in North Macedonia - coe.intArtificial Intelligence in the Media: Toward Smarter Regulation in North Macedonia  coe.int
North Macedonia sells 53.6 mln euro of 1-yr T-bills - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia sells 53.6 mln euro of 1-yr T-bills  SeeNews
Permanent Delegate of the Republic of North Macedonia to UNESCO (December 2025) - UNESCOPermanent Delegate of the Republic of North Macedonia to UNESCO (December 2025)  UNESCO
MoFAEI: Instead of unsubstantiated comments, we expect European behavior, respect and recognition of the Macedonian language from Bulgaria - European NewsroomMoFAEI: Instead of unsubstantiated comments, we expect European behavior, respect and recognition of the Macedonian language from Bulgaria  European Newsroom
North Macedonia launches its first WHO Country Cooperation Strategy – a model for strategic alignment and whole-of-government cooperation - World Health Organization (WHO)North Macedonia launches its first WHO Country Cooperation Strategy – a model for strategic alignment and whole-of-government cooperation  World Health Organization (WHO)
In the last 10 years, 80% of cars imported into Macedonia have been used! Diesel cars dominate, with an average age of 19.4 years! - Gazeta ExpressIn the last 10 years, 80% of cars imported into Macedonia have been used! Diesel cars dominate, with an average age of 19.4 years!  Gazeta Express
North Macedonia Trade Deficit Narrows - TradingView — Track All MarketsNorth Macedonia Trade Deficit Narrows  TradingView — Track All Markets
North Macedonia's annual inflation speeds up to 4.1% in 2025 - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's annual inflation speeds up to 4.1% in 2025  SeeNews
ESHS-Macedonia: Inflation in December was 4.1% - TelegrafiESHS-Macedonia: Inflation in December was 4.1%  Telegrafi
Judges and Lawyers from across North Macedonia strengthen capacities on freedom of expression and SLAPPs - coe.intJudges and Lawyers from across North Macedonia strengthen capacities on freedom of expression and SLAPPs  coe.int
North Macedonia's trade gap widens 7% y/y in Jan-Nov - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's trade gap widens 7% y/y in Jan-Nov  SeeNews
North Macedonia’s unacceptable behavior towards Greece - eKathimerini.comNorth Macedonia’s unacceptable behavior towards Greece  eKathimerini.com
North Macedonia - Independence - BritannicaNorth Macedonia - Independence  Britannica
Opinion – North Macedonia’s Emergent Ethnic Nationalism - E-International RelationsOpinion – North Macedonia’s Emergent Ethnic Nationalism  E-International Relations
North Macedonia: GRECO welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police and ends compliance procedure - coe.intNorth Macedonia: GRECO welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police and ends compliance procedure  coe.int
Commission welcomes Albania, Moldova, Montenegro and North Macedonia as first Enlargement partners to join SEPA schemes - Enlargement and Eastern NeighbourhoodCommission welcomes Albania, Moldova, Montenegro and North Macedonia as first Enlargement partners to join SEPA schemes  Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
European Commission report urges North Macedonia to recognize minorities in constitution - ConstitutionNetEuropean Commission report urges North Macedonia to recognize minorities in constitution  ConstitutionNet
North Macedonia leader says there will be 'no migrant camps in our country' - InfoMigrantsNorth Macedonia leader says there will be 'no migrant camps in our country'  InfoMigrants
North Macedonia’s New Care Economy: Changing Lives, Creating Jobs - World BankNorth Macedonia’s New Care Economy: Changing Lives, Creating Jobs  World Bank
EBRD boosts support for green investments in North Macedonia - EBRDEBRD boosts support for green investments in North Macedonia  EBRD
GRETA carries out its fourth evaluation visit to North Macedonia - coe.intGRETA carries out its fourth evaluation visit to North Macedonia  coe.int
North Macedonia should bridge the gap between commitments and reality on human rights of Roma and environmental protection - Commissioner for Human Rights - coe.intNorth Macedonia should bridge the gap between commitments and reality on human rights of Roma and environmental protection - Commissioner for Human Rights  coe.int
North Macedonia PM Bashes SDSM Leader for Rejecting Talks on Caretaker Government Reform - ???North Macedonia PM Bashes SDSM Leader for Rejecting Talks on Caretaker Government Reform  ???
Spiropali: Albania supports the integration of North Macedonia into the EU because we share a common future - European NewsroomSpiropali: Albania supports the integration of North Macedonia into the EU because we share a common future  European Newsroom
North Macedonia: Invitation to Webinar on Investment Opportunity – Construction of Agri-Food Platform in Gazi Baba, Skopje - World BankNorth Macedonia: Invitation to Webinar on Investment Opportunity – Construction of Agri-Food Platform in Gazi Baba, Skopje  World Bank
North Macedonia's c-bank FX reserves down 8% y/y at end-2025 - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's c-bank FX reserves down 8% y/y at end-2025  SeeNews
Neighbourly conflicts hinder North Macedonia at the gates of the EU - Euronews.comNeighbourly conflicts hinder North Macedonia at the gates of the EU  Euronews.com
Thousands rally in N Macedonia ahead of trial over deadly nightclub fire - Al JazeeraThousands rally in N Macedonia ahead of trial over deadly nightclub fire  Al Jazeera
In meeting with the European Commission and partners, Bulgaria and North Macedonia reaffirm commitment to finalising railway Corridor VIII - Enlargement and Eastern NeighbourhoodIn meeting with the European Commission and partners, Bulgaria and North Macedonia reaffirm commitment to finalising railway Corridor VIII  Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
AFD strengthens its partnership with North Macedonia for a modern and just energy transition - AFD - Agence Française de DéveloppementAFD strengthens its partnership with North Macedonia for a modern and just energy transition  AFD - Agence Française de Développement
North Macedonia ends statelessness caused by Yugoslavia's dissolution - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyNorth Macedonia ends statelessness caused by Yugoslavia's dissolution  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Weather today in North Macedonia - TelegrafiWeather today in North Macedonia  Telegrafi
North Macedonia EC Report 2025 – Stagnation and frustration - European Western BalkansNorth Macedonia EC Report 2025 – Stagnation and frustration  European Western Balkans
Chiefs of Defence - North Macedonia - NATOChiefs of Defence - North Macedonia  NATO
How North Macedonia’s Digitised Health System Leaves Vulnerable Patients Behind - Balkan InsightHow North Macedonia’s Digitised Health System Leaves Vulnerable Patients Behind  Balkan Insight
Power traded on North Macedonia's DAM up 19.9% y/y in Dec - SeeNewsPower traded on North Macedonia's DAM up 19.9% y/y in Dec  SeeNews
Dozens go on trial over deadly North Macedonia nightclub fire - BBCDozens go on trial over deadly North Macedonia nightclub fire  BBC
Commission releases funds for Albania, Montenegro and North Macedonia under EU Growth Plan for Western Balkans - Enlargement and Eastern NeighbourhoodCommission releases funds for Albania, Montenegro and North Macedonia under EU Growth Plan for Western Balkans  Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
North Macedonia - Permanent Representatives - NATONorth Macedonia - Permanent Representatives  NATO
EU suspends disbursement of funds for North Macedonia from IPARD III - European Western BalkansEU suspends disbursement of funds for North Macedonia from IPARD III  European Western Balkans
Anti-SLAPPs Training to Protect Journalists in North Macedonia - Freedom of Expression - coe.intAnti-SLAPPs Training to Protect Journalists in North Macedonia - Freedom of Expression  coe.int
Exports and imports increase by 2.5%, Macedonia has traded more with Germany - TelegrafiExports and imports increase by 2.5%, Macedonia has traded more with Germany  Telegrafi
Key findings on North Macedonia - European Western BalkansKey findings on North Macedonia  European Western Balkans
Elections in North Macedonia: 2025 Local Elections - The International Foundation for Electoral Systems: IFESElections in North Macedonia: 2025 Local Elections  The International Foundation for Electoral Systems: IFES
North Macedonia’s PM fully backs US intervention in Venezuela - eKathimerini.comNorth Macedonia’s PM fully backs US intervention in Venezuela  eKathimerini.com
Macedonia: Still Some Way to Go Towards the EU - Balkan InsightMacedonia: Still Some Way to Go Towards the EU  Balkan Insight
Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: North Macedonia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: North Macedonia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)
North Macedonia: maintain commitment to human rights of Roma and take urgent action for a healthy environment for all - coe.intNorth Macedonia: maintain commitment to human rights of Roma and take urgent action for a healthy environment for all  coe.int
North Macedonia Ruling Party Celebrates Triumph in Local Elections - Balkan InsightNorth Macedonia Ruling Party Celebrates Triumph in Local Elections  Balkan Insight
Denmark-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comDenmark-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com
There are about 200 patients on the waiting list for organs in North Macedonia. - TelegrafiThere are about 200 patients on the waiting list for organs in North Macedonia.  Telegrafi
North Macedonia’s Ridiculous Claim Against Bulgaria Over 'Macedonian Language' Sparks Confusion - Novinite.comNorth Macedonia’s Ridiculous Claim Against Bulgaria Over 'Macedonian Language' Sparks Confusion  Novinite.com
North Macedonia declares victory in trio of treaty cases - Global Arbitration ReviewNorth Macedonia declares victory in trio of treaty cases  Global Arbitration Review
New Evidence Moves Origins of Macedonian Kingdom to 575 BC - Ancient OriginsNew Evidence Moves Origins of Macedonian Kingdom to 575 BC  Ancient Origins
Bulgaria Criticises North Macedonia Over Minority Rights - Greek City TimesBulgaria Criticises North Macedonia Over Minority Rights  Greek City Times
CyberSEE: North Macedonia advances preparations for the ratification of the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime - coe.intCyberSEE: North Macedonia advances preparations for the ratification of the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime  coe.int
SME Policy Index: North Macedonia Kick-off Event - OECDSME Policy Index: North Macedonia Kick-off Event  OECD
Chinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Presents Credentials to Macedonian President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Presents Credentials to Macedonian President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn
The productivity paradox in North Macedonia: Why growing firms don’t always pay more - World Bank BlogsThe productivity paradox in North Macedonia: Why growing firms don’t always pay more  World Bank Blogs
European Commission welcomes inclusion of Moldova and North Macedonia in the Single Euro Payments Area - Enlargement and Eastern NeighbourhoodEuropean Commission welcomes inclusion of Moldova and North Macedonia in the Single Euro Payments Area  Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
2025 News items - North Macedonia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - North Macedonia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization
From statelessness to belonging: Amida’s story and North Macedonia’s landmark victory - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyFrom statelessness to belonging: Amida’s story and North Macedonia’s landmark victory  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Macedonia is hit by bad weather, some rivers overflow their banks - TelegrafiMacedonia is hit by bad weather, some rivers overflow their banks  Telegrafi
Belgium-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comBelgium-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com
North Macedonia's real estate prices up 25% y/y in Q3 - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's real estate prices up 25% y/y in Q3  SeeNews
Bulgarian MFA: We have a consistent stance towards Macedonia, bypassing the Good Neighborhood Agreement is a waste of time - TelegrafiBulgarian MFA: We have a consistent stance towards Macedonia, bypassing the Good Neighborhood Agreement is a waste of time  Telegrafi
Chinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Arrives in Skopje to Assume Office - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Arrives in Skopje to Assume Office  fmprc.gov.cn
Situation analysis of children and adolescents in North Macedonia 2024 - UNICEFSituation analysis of children and adolescents in North Macedonia 2024  UNICEF
Silencing truth: Confronting SLAPPs and defending press freedom in North Macedonia - coe.intSilencing truth: Confronting SLAPPs and defending press freedom in North Macedonia  coe.int
North Macedonia votes amid EU membership stalemate - DWNorth Macedonia votes amid EU membership stalemate  DW
Judgment concerning North Macedonia - ECHRJudgment concerning North Macedonia  ECHR
North Macedonia: GRECO ends compliance procedure, welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police - coe.intNorth Macedonia: GRECO ends compliance procedure, welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police  coe.int
North Macedonia’s Servile Judiciary Must Defend Its Independence - Balkan InsightNorth Macedonia’s Servile Judiciary Must Defend Its Independence  Balkan Insight
Commission releases funds for Montenegro, Albania, and North Macedonia under EU Growth Plan for Western Balkans - EEASCommission releases funds for Montenegro, Albania, and North Macedonia under EU Growth Plan for Western Balkans  EEAS
Opposition in North Macedonia: What is happening is a scenario that was invented last year - fakti.bgOpposition in North Macedonia: What is happening is a scenario that was invented last year  fakti.bg
North Macedonia ‘bullied’ on its EU membership path, PM Mickoski says - Euronews.comNorth Macedonia ‘bullied’ on its EU membership path, PM Mickoski says  Euronews.com
The Gender Pay Gap in North Macedonia - United Nations Development ProgrammeThe Gender Pay Gap in North Macedonia  United Nations Development Programme
Kiril Lazarov to stay Macedonian NT coach until 2029 - Handball PlanetKiril Lazarov to stay Macedonian NT coach until 2029  Handball Planet
Chinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Presents Copy of Credentials to Macedonian Foreign Minister Timcho Mucunski_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to North Macedonia Jiang Xiaoyan Presents Copy of Credentials to Macedonian Foreign Minister Timcho Mucunski_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn
North Macedonia ‘Not Doing Enough’ to Protect Women Victims of Violence - Balkan InsightNorth Macedonia ‘Not Doing Enough’ to Protect Women Victims of Violence  Balkan Insight
Creating connection: How Young Artists in North Macedonia Are Bridging Divides Through Art - United Nations Development ProgrammeCreating connection: How Young Artists in North Macedonia Are Bridging Divides Through Art  United Nations Development Programme
North Macedonia: Round-table meeting to discuss the country’s progress in combating human trafficking - coe.intNorth Macedonia: Round-table meeting to discuss the country’s progress in combating human trafficking  coe.int
Groundbreaking study finds new date for the beginning of the Macedonian kingdom - Interesting EngineeringGroundbreaking study finds new date for the beginning of the Macedonian kingdom  Interesting Engineering
Greek farmers again block the Evzoni border crossing between North Macedonia and Greece - TelegrafiGreek farmers again block the Evzoni border crossing between North Macedonia and Greece  Telegrafi
North Macedonia: A stopover for vulnerable migrants on their way to western Europe (1/3) - InfoMigrantsNorth Macedonia: A stopover for vulnerable migrants on their way to western Europe (1/3)  InfoMigrants
Kazakhstan-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comKazakhstan-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com
Wales-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comWales-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com