AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUNESCO Push for Prespa: Albania, Greece and North Macedonia are preparing a joint bid to get the cross-border Prespa region listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, aiming for stronger protection, a higher international profile and better tourism for local communities. EU Watch on Citizenship Rules: The EU says proposed changes to North Macedonia’s “golden passport” citizenship law don’t go far enough, even though Skopje plans to scrap the €400,000 investment threshold and job-hiring requirement. Fuel VAT Cut: North Macedonia cut fuel VAT from 18% to 10% from Sept. 15 to Sept. 28, citing supply concerns and expected savings for citizens amid high daily fuel sales. Independence Day Costs: New figures put the 35th Independence Day celebrations’ price tag at €5.5 million, with nearly €4.9 million funded via the State Lottery. Culture Spotlight: PriFest in Prishtina crowned Visar Morina’s “Shame and Money” as Best Film, while Skopje hosted the PRO-ZA Balkan literature festival. Sports—Scotland Call-Ups: Scotland coach Sebastien Pocognoli named new faces and included Hearts players, with matches scheduled that include a trip to North Macedonia on Oct. 3.
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