AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUNESCO & Ohrid Under Pressure: Calls are growing to protect the Ohrid region as uncontrolled construction, illegal development and tourism pressure raise fears Lake Ohrid could be put on UNESCO’s “World Heritage in Danger” list. EU Accession Politics: Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova says she has serious doubts North Macedonia’s leadership truly wants EU membership, arguing Skopje is blocking its own path while EU partners expect commitments agreed in 2022 to be met. Bulgaria–North Macedonia Tensions: PACE has been alerted to what it calls a pattern of hostility toward Bulgarians in North Macedonia, citing multiple incidents including arson attacks tied to Bulgarian institutions. Environment & Rivers: A major concrete barrier in Kumanovo was demolished after decades, part of a wider European push to remove obsolete dams and reconnect rivers. Housing Costs: Eurostat data put average two-bedroom rents in Skopje at about €470, far below the most expensive capitals like Geneva and London. Culture & Film: The Transilvania International Film Festival crowned Spain–France drama “Lionel,” while “Our Father” (including North Macedonia) won a special jury award. Regional Spotlight: Ireland named uncapped players for EuroBasket 2029 pre-qualifiers against North Macedonia in Skopje.
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