AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoTelecoms: Makedonski Telekom has moved all customers to a cloud-based virtual network platform, completing a major upgrade intended to improve efficiency and make capacity easier to expand. Egypt’s Terror List: A Cairo court has placed 35 European Muslim organisations on its terrorism list for five years, including the Islamic Youth Association in North Macedonia. The designation applies under Egyptian law and does not automatically extend to Europe. Trade: A World Bank report finds North Macedonia has three importing companies for every exporter, highlighting the challenge of growing the country’s export base. Public Finances: Parliament approved a 2026 budget revision that cuts projected revenues by 5.3 billion denars while keeping the deficit at 46.3 billion; social transfers and healthcare receive additional funds. EU Integration: Brussels has opened talks on extending “roam like at home” to the Western Balkans, while North Macedonia’s accession remains blocked by constitutional changes. The European Commission also flagged persistent concerns over corruption and freedom of expression. Alta Banka: Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski says he expects a new owner by December and is optimistic the troubled lender can be saved.
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