AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHealth Crisis in Gostivar: North Macedonia’s Health Insurance Fund says about 3,100 people sought help for stomach illness over the past week; an epidemic was declared Sunday as authorities supply bottled water and investigate suspected water contamination, including an illegally connected pump drawing from the Vardar River. Diplomacy — India’s Murmu Tour: President Droupadi Murmu began a historic three-nation visit to Moldova, North Macedonia and Romania, holding talks with Maia Sandu and meeting Moldova’s parliament leadership, with a focus on “3 Ts” (Trade, Technology, Talent) and plans to double trade. Foreign Policy — Coalition of the Willing: Russia’s ambassador claims North Macedonia joined an anti-Russian “Coalition of the Willing” meeting in Paris on July 13, while a diplomat also says public support for joining an anti-Russian coalition is limited. EU Oversight: The European Commission’s 2026 Rule of Law Report shows follow-through is uneven, with civil society warning that media freedom, protest rights and civic space still need stronger protection. Travel Disruption: Long queues hit the North Macedonia–Greece border at Bogorodica, with drivers reporting hours of delay despite official figures citing shorter waits. EU Candidate Economy: A fintech analysis highlights how North Macedonia’s digital finance push is tied to EU accession and modernization of payments and banking.
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