Energy & Infrastructure: North Macedonia’s gas TSO NOMAGAS signed with Rapid Build for the design and construction of the 70-kilometre North Macedonia–Serbia gas interconnector, a step from planning to delivery that aims to boost supply security and regional market access. Investment & Tech: PM Hristijan Mickoski says Skopje is in talks with five to six potential investors for data centre projects, with proposals linked to gas-fired power generation, while he dismisses recent criticism as technically uninformed. EU Border Pressure: Truck drivers protested in Skopje and other capitals over Schengen stay limits for professional drivers, warning of possible border blockades if the EU doesn’t find a solution after September talks. Public Health: Hungary reported its first locally acquired case of an African virus linked to mosquito spread, raising regional concern as health authorities track transmission risks. Regional Security Diplomacy: NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska is in Dublin for defence discussions, including an informal meeting of EU defence ministers. Sports (Local Interest): North Macedonia’s Dimitrijevic delivered a triple-double in EuroBasket pre-qualifiers as the team beat Austria 91-59. Culture: Skopje-based MakeDox festival coverage highlights North Macedonia’s creative scene, with documentaries and industry events running across the city.