AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU Accession Tensions: Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova said she has “serious doubts” North Macedonia’s leadership truly wants EU membership, arguing the EU’s framework was agreed in 2022 and Skopje is blocking its own path. Diplomatic Security: The arson case targeting vehicles outside the Bulgarian Embassy in Skopje has been escalated to prosecutors for organized crime and corruption, with charges tied to endangering persons under international protection. Traffic Safety Debate: A “Safe City” camera rollout is showing mixed results: residents in Butel say cameras aren’t installed on their street, so drivers feel they won’t be recorded—while traffic deaths remain high. Heatwave Watch: Europe is bracing for record-breaking June heat, with emergency measures in multiple countries; North Macedonia is among those under heat alerts. Pride in Skopje: Skopje Pride returned for its eighth year under “Let Everyone Know,” with organizers pushing back against silence and exclusion. Housing Costs: Eurostat data puts average two-bedroom rents from about €470 in Skopje to €3,350 in Geneva, highlighting how sharply costs vary across Europe. Broadband Update: North Macedonia’s fixed broadband market grew modestly in Q4 2025, up 1.61% year-on-year, with Makedonski Telekom leading.
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