AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEnergy Security: Serbia’s energy minister Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic says the first pipes for a Serbia–North Macedonia gas interconnector will be laid next week, with 145 km planned and completion targeted for Q1 2028, after land-expropriation issues are resolved. Regional Energy Talks: The second summit of energy ministers from Serbia, North Macedonia, Greece and Bulgaria opened in Belgrade, focusing on new gas and electricity corridors and resilience. EU Enlargement & Defence: The European Commission proposes gradually integrating candidate countries into EU defence programmes before full membership, naming North Macedonia among the nine waiting in the wings. EU Integration Politics: President Gordana Siljanovska says North Macedonia’s EU path can’t be treated as only a bilateral Bulgaria issue, and stresses constitutional amendments remain Parliament’s decision. Economy & Jobs: A World Bank report argues North Macedonia can lift growth and create jobs through governance reforms, private-sector support and skills building, warning growth could slow without action. Retail Expansion: JYSK will take over its stores in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia from its franchise partner, with the move set to take effect on 1 January 2027. Sports (Skopje angle): Scotland’s Nations League campaign continues with a home clash against Slovenia after their 2-0 win in North Macedonia, with the match framed as a key chance to chase second place.
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