North macedonia news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from North Macedonia:

Politics

• North Macedonia's parliament has approved a new government led by Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski, who has pledged to prioritize economic growth and EU integration. (Source: Balkan Insight, March 2022)
• The country has taken a significant step towards joining the European Union, with the EU's executive arm recommending that North Macedonia be granted candidate status. (Source: Reuters, February 2022)

Economy

• North Macedonia's economy has shown resilience in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, with GDP growth of 3.5% in 2021. (Source: World Bank, February 2022)
• The country has launched a new initiative to attract foreign investment, with a focus on sectors such as technology and renewable energy. (Source: SEE Business, January 2022)

International Relations

• North Macedonia has strengthened its ties with neighboring Bulgaria, with the two countries signing a series of agreements on cooperation in areas such as trade and education. (Source: Sofia Globe, February 2022)
• The country has also deepened its relations with the United States, with a visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in February 2022. (Source: US Department of State, February 2022)

Culture

• North Macedonia has been recognized for its rich cultural heritage, with the country's ancient city of Stobi being added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. (Source: UNESCO, January 2022)
• The country has also hosted a number of cultural events, including the Skopje Jazz Festival and the Ohrid Summer Festival. (Source: Balkan Insight, July 2021)

Sports

• North Macedonia's national football team has qualified for the European Championship for the first time, with a 3-1 win over Germany in a playoff match. (Source: BBC Sport, November 2021)
• The country has also hosted several international sports events, including the European Youth Olympic Winter Festival. (Source: European Olympic Committees, February 2022)