AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGreek–Macedonian Tensions: Greece’s embassy formally protested a banner at an MZT Skopje basketball game depicting Thessaloniki and Halkidiki as part of North Macedonia, saying it violated the spirit of the Prespa Agreement. Prespa Heritage: North Macedonia, Greece and Albania signed a declaration to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the region. The initiative coincided with the handover of restored 12th-century frescoes at Kurbinovo’s Church of St George, conserved with Greek support. EU Accession: Bulgaria says it will not discuss renegotiating North Macedonia’s EU commitments and insists constitutional amendments recognizing Bulgarians are required. Foreign Minister Timco Mucunski called talks with Sofia constructive but said the countries remain far apart. Regional Connectivity: Corridor VIII is being framed as a strategic link for transport, energy and security, with ministers from North Macedonia, Bulgaria and Albania meeting in Sofia. Security: Five suspects were arrested in Skopje in a September operation targeting an Islamic State-linked group; authorities reported seizing firearms, ammunition and an IS flag. Justice System: A new analysis warns that funding shortfalls and a halt to judicial academy admissions leave courts understaffed and risk weakening public trust.
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