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MoF: Wages, as well as other budget expenditures are paid on the basis of funds provided under the Budget, adopted by the Parliament of the Republic of North Macedonia

February 6, 2023| News

3rd February 2023, Skopje – The process of paying wages to employees in the public sector is regulated and carried out on the basis... Read More → MoF: Wages, as well as other budget expenditures are paid on the basis of funds provided under the Budget, adopted by the Parliament of the Republic of North Macedonia

Besimi: We remain committed to increasing the wages in the Ministry of Finance, thereby working on a systemic solution

February 6, 2023| News

3rd February 2023, Skopje –My personal and MoF’s management initiative was to increase the wages of MoF staff, and we remain... Read More → Besimi: We remain committed to increasing the wages in the Ministry of Finance, thereby working on a systemic solution

MoF: In times of major public finance reforms, we undertake all measures necessary to maintain and strengthen the human resources in public administration

February 2, 2023| News

1st February 2023, Skopje – When major public finance reforms are being implemented, being a precondition for accelerated economic... Read More → MoF: In times of major public finance reforms, we undertake all measures necessary to maintain and strengthen the human resources in public administration

Besimi: Solidarity tax implies that responsible crisis management today will prevent passing on the burden to future generations

February 2, 2023| News

1st February 2023, Skopje – Solidarity tax, which is conceived as a one-off tax, applying only to the largest companies, has... Read More → Besimi: Solidarity tax implies that responsible crisis management today will prevent passing on the burden to future generations

Besimi: 2022 ended with 57.1% public debt, being reduced by 3.9 percentage points

February 2, 2023| News

31st January 2023, Skopje – 57.1% public debt, being by 3.9 percentage points lower compared to 2021, budget deficit by 1 percentage... Read More → Besimi: 2022 ended with 57.1% public debt, being reduced by 3.9 percentage points

As a result of the Government policies, Standard and Poor’s affirmed Republic of North Macedonia’s credit rating

February 1, 2023| News

28th January 2023, Skopje – Standard and Poor’s Credit Rating Agency affirmed North Macedonia’s credit rating BB- with stable... Read More → As a result of the Government policies, Standard and Poor’s affirmed Republic of North Macedonia’s credit rating

Besimi: New employments are not contingent upon MoF, this process is managed by each of the institutions based upon the funds provided under their own budget

January 27, 2023| News

26th January 2023, Skopje – Employments in government and public institutions should be realized on the basis of funds provided for... Read More → Besimi: New employments are not contingent upon MoF, this process is managed by each of the institutions based upon the funds provided under their own budget

Besimi signed Agreement with the World Bank representatives: EUR 25 million geared towards the major public finance reform – IMFIS, as well as the State Aid Management Information System and the Integrated Tax Information System

January 26, 2023| News

25th January 2023, Skopje – EUR 24.9 million has been provided for construction and implementation of the Integrated Financial... Read More → Besimi signed Agreement with the World Bank representatives: EUR 25 million geared towards the major public finance reform – IMFIS, as well as the State Aid Management Information System and the Integrated Tax Information System

Besimi: Technology and know-how will be driving force of growth in the new global economy

January 26, 2023| News

22 January 2023, Skopje – Technology will play one of the leading roles in the new reglobalized economy, making positive... Read More → Besimi: Technology and know-how will be driving force of growth in the new global economy

Besimi: We are establishing, for the first time, a European solid waste management system, contributing to pollution reduction

January 20, 2023| News

17th January 2023, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia will establish first-ever regional solid waste management systems in line... Read More → Besimi: We are establishing, for the first time, a European solid waste management system, contributing to pollution reduction

Besimi – Euromoney: Fiscal consolidation yields results in reducing the budget deficit and the public debt

January 10, 2023| News

10th January 2023, Vienna – Government of the Republic of North Macedonia implements sound policies, thus adequately responding to... Read More → Besimi – Euromoney: Fiscal consolidation yields results in reducing the budget deficit and the public debt

Besimi: Deficit lower by EUR 117.6 million compared to the projections, with capital expenditure execution accounting for 88% in 2022

January 9, 2023| News

In 2022, total revenue collection accounted for significant 99% of the projections, with expenditures being somewhat lower than the... Read More → Besimi: Deficit lower by EUR 117.6 million compared to the projections, with capital expenditure execution accounting for 88% in 2022

MoF: Amendments to the Law on Financial Companies, in support of protecting the citizens, by defining the maximum amount of credit costs

December 28, 2022| News

28th December 2022, Skopje – Greater protection of citizens, using the services of financial companies and boosting the confidence in... Read More → MoF: Amendments to the Law on Financial Companies, in support of protecting the citizens, by defining the maximum amount of credit costs

Besimi on the 2023 Budget: Citizens’ money geared towards generating greater benefits

December 20, 2022| News

19th December 2022, Skopje – Protecting the living standard of citizens, ensuring a better-quality life and conditions for economic... Read More → Besimi on the 2023 Budget: Citizens’ money geared towards generating greater benefits

Besimi: On the crisis and the reforms -the years of crisis best show the required changes to the system

December 19, 2022| News

18th December 2022, Skopje – Public finance reform is carried out via eight pillars, which is to provide for more efficient system... Read More → Besimi: On the crisis and the reforms -the years of crisis best show the required changes to the system

2022 – THE YEAR OF CRISIS, BUT ALSO OF KEY PUBLIC FINANCES REFORMS

December 19, 2022| Columns, News

Weathering this perfect storm and undoing the recent reversals in development require new macro- and micro-economic pathways in both... Read More → 2022 – THE YEAR OF CRISIS, BUT ALSO OF KEY PUBLIC FINANCES REFORMS

MoF: Adopted amendments to the Law on Personal Income Tax for abolishing the progressive taxation and postponing taxation of interests on savings

December 19, 2022| News

16th December 2022, Skopje – Parliament of the Republic of Macedonia adopted the amendments to the Law on Personal Income Tax, which,... Read More → MoF: Adopted amendments to the Law on Personal Income Tax for abolishing the progressive taxation and postponing taxation of interests on savings

Besimi: Reallocating additional EUR 112 million under the 2022 Budget, aimed at coping with the crisis

December 19, 2022| News

16th December 2022, Skopje – By reallocating funds among the budget users and the Funds, Denar 7.25 billion or EUR 118 million has... Read More → Besimi: Reallocating additional EUR 112 million under the 2022 Budget, aimed at coping with the crisis

Besimi: Ongoing debate with the business community about the extra profit tax initiative

December 14, 2022| News

9th December 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance, under the transparent and inclusive policy making process, debate about initiating... Read More → Besimi: Ongoing debate with the business community about the extra profit tax initiative

Besimi at bilateral screening for financial control – Organic Budget Law is the foundation for reforms aimed at improving the public finance management

December 7, 2022| News

6th December 2022, Brussels – Today, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi, took part in the bilateral screening dedicated to Chapter 32... Read More → Besimi at bilateral screening for financial control – Organic Budget Law is the foundation for reforms aimed at improving the public finance management

Besimi at bilateral screening with the EU – regular dialogue with the EU contributes to focusing the capacities on the top priority projects

December 7, 2022| News

5th December 2022, Brussels – Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi, is heading the country’s delegation Monday and Tuesday to the... Read More → Besimi at bilateral screening with the EU – regular dialogue with the EU contributes to focusing the capacities on the top priority projects

Besimi: Additional EUR 70 million in the Budget and greater fairness as tax reform benefits

December 7, 2022| News

5th December 2022, Skopje – Tax reform concept is based upon fairness, i.e. expanding the tax base by revising the tax exemptions and... Read More → Besimi: Additional EUR 70 million in the Budget and greater fairness as tax reform benefits

FAIR TAX SYSTEM IN SUPPORT OF SUSTAINABLE, INCLUSIVE AND ACCELERATED ECONOMIC GROWTH

December 7, 2022| Columns, News

4th December 2022, Skopje – Tax reform concept, presented at the last week’s joint press conference with the Prime Minister, is... Read More → FAIR TAX SYSTEM IN SUPPORT OF SUSTAINABLE, INCLUSIVE AND ACCELERATED ECONOMIC GROWTH

Besimi – Aggeler – Republic of North Macedonia takes decisive steps towards the EU, with the USA as an important partner in implementing the reforms on that path

December 7, 2022| News

2nd December 2022, Skopje – On Friday, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi met the new USA Ambassador to North Macedonia, Angela Price... Read More → Besimi – Aggeler – Republic of North Macedonia takes decisive steps towards the EU, with the USA as an important partner in implementing the reforms on that path

Besimi and Xiaoqing Yu signed Agreement for EU Grant aimed at co-financing the WB Agriculture Modernization Project

December 7, 2022| News

2nd December 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia was allocated EUR 4 million as EU grant aimed at co-financing the WB... Read More → Besimi and Xiaoqing Yu signed Agreement for EU Grant aimed at co-financing the WB Agriculture Modernization Project

Besimi: Primary objective of the tax reform is fair taxation via reduced informal economy and revised tax exemptions

December 7, 2022| News

2nd December 2022, Skopje – Tax reform does not mean increased taxes and tax rates, but it rather pertains to expanding the tax bases... Read More → Besimi: Primary objective of the tax reform is fair taxation via reduced informal economy and revised tax exemptions

ММФ: Закрепнување на економијата благодарение на реформите и воспоставената политичка стабилност

IMF: Sound public finances, including a sustainable debt

November 30, 2022| News

30th November 2022, Skopje – Economic fundamentals are sound, while the authorities undertake appropriate measures for coping with... Read More → IMF: Sound public finances, including a sustainable debt

Ministry of Finance’s energy savings accounting for 44% in October

November 29, 2022| News

29th November 2022, Skopje – In October 2022, Ministry of Finance recorded, by applying the energy conservation measures, lower... Read More → Ministry of Finance’s energy savings accounting for 44% in October

Besimi: Capital investments and development as Government’s priority, EBRD’s strong support thereto continues

November 28, 2022| News

28th November 2022, Skopje – Capital investments are one of the Government’s top priorities, being projected in the amount of... Read More → Besimi: Capital investments and development as Government’s priority, EBRD’s strong support thereto continues

Besimi: Uncompromising combat against informal economy

November 27, 2022| Interviews, News

27th November 2022, Skopje – In his interview for DW, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi assures that the Budget prepared for the... Read More → Besimi: Uncompromising combat against informal economy

Besimi – Damjanovic – Republic of North Macedonia and Montenegro to use their capacities to strengthen the cooperation, as well as the mutual efforts on their road to the European Union

November 25, 2022| News

24th November 2022, Skopje – Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi, met in MoF’s building, his counterpart from Montenegro,... Read More → Besimi – Damjanovic – Republic of North Macedonia and Montenegro to use their capacities to strengthen the cooperation, as well as the mutual efforts on their road to the European Union

Besimi: Budget deficit attributable to capital investments, support aimed at coping with the energy crisis and interest repayment

November 24, 2022| News

24th November 2022, Skopje – 2023 Budget deficit is realistic, taking into account the ongoing developments triggered by the energy... Read More → Besimi: Budget deficit attributable to capital investments, support aimed at coping with the energy crisis and interest repayment

Besimi: Higher funds for supporting the citizens via pension indexation and wage harmonization with the costs of living

November 23, 2022| News

23rd November 2022, Skopje – More funds for pension indexation and wage harmonization with the costs of living, funds pertaining to... Read More → Besimi: Higher funds for supporting the citizens via pension indexation and wage harmonization with the costs of living

Besimi – Nuredini: Direct support for the municipalities in the amount of EUR 50 million for infrastructure projects

November 23, 2022| News

23rd November 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning make EUR 50 million available as... Read More → Besimi – Nuredini: Direct support for the municipalities in the amount of EUR 50 million for infrastructure projects

Besimi: IMF Executive Board approves PLL and the first tranche of EUR 110 million

November 23, 2022| News

23rd November 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia is disbursed the first tranche in the amount of EUR 110 million out of the... Read More → Besimi: IMF Executive Board approves PLL and the first tranche of EUR 110 million

Besimi: Implementing gradual consolidation, budget deficit lower by 0.7 p.p. in 2023

November 21, 2022| News

21st November 2022, Skopje – Gradual fiscal consolidation, sound strategy and viable plan on growth acceleration, investments in... Read More → Besimi: Implementing gradual consolidation, budget deficit lower by 0.7 p.p. in 2023

BUDGET AIMED AT MAINTAINING THE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN TIMES OF CRISIS AND ACCELERATING THE GROWTH IN THE MEDIUM TERM

November 20, 2022| Columns, News

20th November 2022, Skopje – 2023 Budget parliamentary debate will commence next week. Democratic process of adopting the most... Read More → BUDGET AIMED AT MAINTAINING THE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN TIMES OF CRISIS AND ACCELERATING THE GROWTH IN THE MEDIUM TERM

Besimi: Human capital is an investment in the future growth and development, Strategy thereon prepared with the World Bank

November 17, 2022| News

17th November 2022, Skopje – Investing in human capital in a country is an investment in long-term and sustainable development and a... Read More → Besimi: Human capital is an investment in the future growth and development, Strategy thereon prepared with the World Bank

Besimi: IFMIS will provide for digitalized public finance processes in support of more efficient, more predictable and more accountable fiscal policy

November 15, 2022| News

15th November 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance works, together with the World Bank, on putting Integrated Financial Management... Read More → Besimi: IFMIS will provide for digitalized public finance processes in support of more efficient, more predictable and more accountable fiscal policy

Besimi: Funds under IMF PLL made available, intended for coping with the crisis, legal solution therefor adopted by the Parliament

November 15, 2022| News

15th November 2022, Skopje – On Tuesday, Parliament of the Republic of North Macedonia adopted, at its session, the Draft Law, by... Read More → Besimi: Funds under IMF PLL made available, intended for coping with the crisis, legal solution therefor adopted by the Parliament

Besimi: Documents on Advancing Economic Cooperation and Economic Development signed with the Ministry of Finance and Economy of the Republic of Albania

November 15, 2022| News

15th November 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia and Republic of Albania are advancing the cooperation in the field of public... Read More → Besimi: Documents on Advancing Economic Cooperation and Economic Development signed with the Ministry of Finance and Economy of the Republic of Albania

Besimi: By adopting legal solution on PLL, EUR 530 million has been made available for coping with the crisis and supporting the citizens and the economy

November 14, 2022| News

14th November 2022, Skopje – Draft Law, as per which, up to EUR 530 million will be made available to the Republic of North Macedonia... Read More → Besimi: By adopting legal solution on PLL, EUR 530 million has been made available for coping with the crisis and supporting the citizens and the economy

Nikoloski: We are taking care of the employees as demonstrated by the allocated funds for higher wages in 2023, as well as the upcoming harmonization with the minimum wage

November 9, 2022| News

9th November 2022, Skopje – Funds are accurately and precisely projected under the 2023 Draft Budget, pertaining to harmonization of... Read More → Nikoloski: We are taking care of the employees as demonstrated by the allocated funds for higher wages in 2023, as well as the upcoming harmonization with the minimum wage

Besimi: Higher pensions, funds for overcoming the crisis, as well as boosting the economy under the 2023 Budget

November 6, 2022| News

6th November 2022, Skopje – More funds have been projected for higher pensions, stimulating the generation of agricultural yields,... Read More → Besimi: Higher pensions, funds for overcoming the crisis, as well as boosting the economy under the 2023 Budget

2023 BUDGET: SUPPORT FOR CITIZENS AND COMPANIES IN TIMES OF CRISIS, THUS CONSIDERABLY BOOSTING THE ECONOMY

November 5, 2022| Columns, News

5th November 2022, Skopje – Accountability is part of fiscal transparency, which is the highest degree of control over public... Read More → 2023 BUDGET: SUPPORT FOR CITIZENS AND COMPANIES IN TIMES OF CRISIS, THUS CONSIDERABLY BOOSTING THE ECONOMY

MoF signed Memorandum for Cooperation with SECO – Swiss support to provide for strengthened macroeconomic planning and management in the Republic of North Macedonia

November 4, 2022| News

4th November 2022, Skopje – Memorandum of Understanding between Ministry of Finance of the Republic of North Macedonia and the Swiss... Read More → MoF signed Memorandum for Cooperation with SECO – Swiss support to provide for strengthened macroeconomic planning and management in the Republic of North Macedonia

Besimi: Fiscal consolidation pursued even in times of crises, with EUR 250 million being allocated as measures and EUR 795 million as investments

November 3, 2022| News

3rd November 2022, Skopje – Budget proposed for a third year in a row in times of crisis. Budget aimed at coping with the crisis with... Read More → Besimi: Fiscal consolidation pursued even in times of crises, with EUR 250 million being allocated as measures and EUR 795 million as investments

Besimi: Developed Budget as response to the crisis, accompanied by medium-term economic growth projections

November 2, 2022| News

2nd November 2022, Skopje – Government adopted the first medium-term Budget, as proposed by the Ministry of Finance, in line with the... Read More → Besimi: Developed Budget as response to the crisis, accompanied by medium-term economic growth projections

Besimi: Budget savings and reallocations provided for EUR 61 million aimed at coping with the energy and price crisis

November 1, 2022| News

1st November 2022, Skopje – Budget savings and reallocations among budget users provided for additional Denar 3.75 billion (EUR 61... Read More → Besimi: Budget savings and reallocations provided for EUR 61 million aimed at coping with the energy and price crisis

Besimi – Geer: EU financial support worth EUR 80 million speaks in favour of the country’s efforts and reform agenda

October 31, 2022| News

31st October 2022, Skopje – Reforms in the field of public finance implemented by the Government and the Ministry of Finance are in... Read More → Besimi – Geer: EU financial support worth EUR 80 million speaks in favour of the country’s efforts and reform agenda

Fitch affirms Republic of North Macedonia’ credit rating at “BB+” with a negative outlook, speaking in favour of good governance and sound macroeconomic policies

October 29, 2022| News

29th October 2022, Skopje – Fitch Ratings has affirmed North Macedonia’s credit rating at “BB+” with a negative... Read More → Fitch affirms Republic of North Macedonia’ credit rating at “BB+” with a negative outlook, speaking in favour of good governance and sound macroeconomic policies

Besimi – Gentiloni: Reforms gaining momentum via the Negotiating Framework

October 26, 2022| News

26th October 2022, Brussels – Republic of North Macedonia keeps undertaking reforms, leading to EU integration, currently gaining... Read More → Besimi – Gentiloni: Reforms gaining momentum via the Negotiating Framework

Besimi – Hahn: Key reforms in public finance management implemented in the Republic of North Macedonia

October 26, 2022| News

26th October 2022, Brussels – Republic of North Macedonia belongs to the European family and can always rely on the support from the... Read More → Besimi – Hahn: Key reforms in public finance management implemented in the Republic of North Macedonia

MoF: Energy savings of 32%, measures will be pursued in the upcoming period as well

October 26, 2022| News

26th October 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance managed, by rational energy use, and as per the instructions on energy savings... Read More → MoF: Energy savings of 32%, measures will be pursued in the upcoming period as well

Minister Besimi pays a working visit to Brussels, to meet EU Commissioners Hahn and Gentiloni

October 25, 2022| News

25th October 2022, Skopje – Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi, will pay a working visit to Brussels tomorrow and meet EU... Read More → Minister Besimi pays a working visit to Brussels, to meet EU Commissioners Hahn and Gentiloni

Nikoloski: We responsibly manage public money, while making interest savings and targeting the funds towards the population and the businesses

October 25, 2022| News

25th October 2022, Skopje – Managing public money in a crisis is tough, however, it is important to do it responsibly, i.e. to seek a... Read More → Nikoloski: We responsibly manage public money, while making interest savings and targeting the funds towards the population and the businesses

Besimi: Budget deficit reduced third year in a row following the COVID-19 crisis

October 25, 2022| News

25th October 2022, Skopje – Budget deficit will continue reducing in the 2023 Budget as well, and implementation of gradual fiscal... Read More → Besimi: Budget deficit reduced third year in a row following the COVID-19 crisis

Deputy Minister of Finance, Nikoloski at the “Economist” Annual Summit in Pristina

October 25, 2022| News

25th October 2022, Skopje – Deputy Minister of Finance, Filip Nikoloski takes part in the “Economist” Annual Summit, taking place... Read More → Deputy Minister of Finance, Nikoloski at the “Economist” Annual Summit in Pristina

FISCAL CONSOLIDATION: SAVINGS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

October 24, 2022| Columns, News

24th October 2022, Skopje – Topics covered in this column will pertain to fiscal consolidation, debt and budget financing. Financial... Read More → FISCAL CONSOLIDATION: SAVINGS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

Nikoloski at Erste Investors’ Forum: Our actions are cost-effective, by deciding not to issue Eurobond, we managed to save around EUR 40 million at much lower interests

October 19, 2022| News

19th October 2022, Skopje – “Savings worth around EUR 40 million per year were made by providing funds at interests lower than... Read More → Nikoloski at Erste Investors’ Forum: Our actions are cost-effective, by deciding not to issue Eurobond, we managed to save around EUR 40 million at much lower interests

Besimi: Fiscal consolidation and savings is the way to manage the crisis, the effects of which will be felt next year as well

October 18, 2022| News

18th October 2022, Skopje – Macedonian economy in 2023 is not expected to enter recession, although the growth projections in our... Read More → Besimi: Fiscal consolidation and savings is the way to manage the crisis, the effects of which will be felt next year as well

Besimi: IMF recognizes Government’s policies, PPL arrangement speaks in favour thereof

October 15, 2022| News

15th October 2022, Washington – Republic of North Macedonia implements sound and adequate economic policies. Moreover, already... Read More → Besimi: IMF recognizes Government’s policies, PPL arrangement speaks in favour thereof

Besimi: We remain committed to systemic reforms, upcoming processes supported by IMF

October 15, 2022| News

15th October 2022, Washington – Public finance management reforms and their implementation by Ministry of Finance were the topics... Read More → Besimi: We remain committed to systemic reforms, upcoming processes supported by IMF

Nikoloski on EC Progress Report: EU has noted positive progress as regards the economic policy

October 14, 2022| News

14th October 2022, Skopje – “Republic of North Macedonia has shown positive progress as regards economic and monetary policy,... Read More → Nikoloski on EC Progress Report: EU has noted positive progress as regards the economic policy

Besimi: WB supports public finance reforms, putting an integrated information system in place

October 14, 2022| News

14th October 2022, Washington – Establishment of Integrated Finance Management Information System – IFMIS and the priorities... Read More → Besimi: WB supports public finance reforms, putting an integrated information system in place

Besimi: Strong support from EBRD for the Government’s priority projects, financial close for the Greece – North Macedonia Interconnector

October 14, 2022| News

14th October 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia receives significant support from the international financial institutions in... Read More → Besimi: Strong support from EBRD for the Government’s priority projects, financial close for the Greece – North Macedonia Interconnector

Besimi: IMF, by extending PLL, sent a clear signal on sound policies, measures, as per the recommendations, will continue to be implemented as strictly targeted

October 13, 2022| News

13th October 2022, Washington – IMF sent a strong signal for the policies conducted by the Government in times of crisis by affirming... Read More → Besimi: IMF, by extending PLL, sent a clear signal on sound policies, measures, as per the recommendations, will continue to be implemented as strictly targeted

Besimi – U.S. Department of the Treasury – USA support for developing the public finance management capacities and eradicating the informal economy

October 13, 2022| News

13th October 2022, Washington – Department of the Treasury’s Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) stands ready to support the... Read More → Besimi – U.S. Department of the Treasury – USA support for developing the public finance management capacities and eradicating the informal economy

Minister Besimi attending IMF/WB Annual Meetings in Washington

October 12, 2022| News

12th October 2022, Skopje – Starting today, Delegation of the Republic of North Macedonia, headed by the Minister of Finance, Fatmir... Read More → Minister Besimi attending IMF/WB Annual Meetings in Washington

Besimi: Highest funds allocated as percentage of GDP in the region, while tackling the energy and price crisis

October 12, 2022| News

12th October 2022, Skopje – As of the onset of the energy and price crisis, the fiscal response of our Government was the strongest... Read More → Besimi: Highest funds allocated as percentage of GDP in the region, while tackling the energy and price crisis

TACKLING THE ENERGY AND PRICE CRISIS: GOVERNMENT MEASURES, FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY AND PUBLIC FINANCE REFORMS

October 11, 2022| Columns, News

11th October 2022, Skopje – Different crises require different solutions. The best response is always the one delivering the best... Read More → TACKLING THE ENERGY AND PRICE CRISIS: GOVERNMENT MEASURES, FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY AND PUBLIC FINANCE REFORMS

Besimi: Entire Budget financing to be completed by the end of the year, with over EUR 40 million annually being saved under the applied model

October 11, 2022| News

11th October 2022, Skopje – Government completed the entire financing of this year’s Budget, with over EUR 40 million being saved... Read More → Besimi: Entire Budget financing to be completed by the end of the year, with over EUR 40 million annually being saved under the applied model

MoF: IMF Mission gives green light to access EUR 530 million under the PLL instrument

October 10, 2022| News

10th October 2022, Skopje – Mission of the International Monetary Fund gave green light to awarding EUR 530 million to the Republic... Read More → MoF: IMF Mission gives green light to access EUR 530 million under the PLL instrument

Public consultation in the area of environmental protection and social aspects, in connection with the implementation of the project on “Building Effective, Transparent and Accountable Public Financial Management Institutions in North Macedonia”

October 7, 2022| News

Ministry of Finance of the Republic of North Macedonia would like to inform the interested public that it plans to implement a project on... Read More → Public consultation in the area of environmental protection and social aspects, in connection with the implementation of the project on “Building Effective, Transparent and Accountable Public Financial Management Institutions in North Macedonia”

Besimi – Lawson: Strengthening the economic cooperation with the United Kingdom

October 7, 2022| News

7th October 2022, Skopje – Strengthening the economic cooperation between the Republic of North Macedonia and the United Kingdom,... Read More → Besimi – Lawson: Strengthening the economic cooperation with the United Kingdom

Besimi – Dible: Affirming the continuous support by the USA aimed at combatting corruption and reducing informal economy

October 6, 2022| News

6th October 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia has been receiving continuous support from the United States through USAID in... Read More → Besimi – Dible: Affirming the continuous support by the USA aimed at combatting corruption and reducing informal economy

Nikoloski at the Finance Ministers Summit: We are committed to managing the energy crisis and creating policies in support of sustainable economic growth

September 30, 2022| News

The 2023 Budget will be geared towards managing the energy crisis and creating policies, which will provide for making our economy... Read More → Nikoloski at the Finance Ministers Summit: We are committed to managing the energy crisis and creating policies in support of sustainable economic growth

MoF: VAT refund to the business sector at historic high, amounting to EUR 500 million

September 30, 2022| News

30th September 2022, Skopje – Country refunded VAT to the business sector, amounting to Denar 30.7 billion, in just nine months,... Read More → MoF: VAT refund to the business sector at historic high, amounting to EUR 500 million

MoF: Government provided EUR 250 million under favourable terms and conditions via German notes

September 27, 2022| News

27th September 2022, Skopje – Government adopted Decision, pertaining to the issuance of registered notes on the German market, known... Read More → MoF: Government provided EUR 250 million under favourable terms and conditions via German notes

Besimi: Medium-term and performance-based budgeting under the new Organic Budget Law

September 25, 2022| News

25th September 2022, Skopje – Under the new Organic Budget Law, adopted by the Parliament last week, budgeting will be... Read More → Besimi: Medium-term and performance-based budgeting under the new Organic Budget Law

NEW ORGANIC BUDGET LAW: REFORM AIMED AT STRENGTHENED ACCOUNTABILITY, DIGITALIZATION AND IMPROVED LONG-TERM PLANNING

September 24, 2022| Columns, News

24th September 2022, Skopje – “Yesterday is gone, tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today, let us begin”. I will begin... Read More → NEW ORGANIC BUDGET LAW: REFORM AIMED AT STRENGTHENED ACCOUNTABILITY, DIGITALIZATION AND IMPROVED LONG-TERM PLANNING

Besimi: We remain committed to sustainable policies aimed at maintaining the higher level of macroeconomic and fiscal stability

September 23, 2022| News

23rd September 2022, Skopje – Implementation of reforms in support of stable development of the financial system, all to end of... Read More → Besimi: We remain committed to sustainable policies aimed at maintaining the higher level of macroeconomic and fiscal stability

Besimi: Digitalization of Customs Administration is of great significance for improving the operating environment for the business community

September 16, 2022| News

16th September 2022, Skopje – Digitalization of the Customs Administration is of great importance for facilitating trade and... Read More → Besimi: Digitalization of Customs Administration is of great significance for improving the operating environment for the business community

Besimi – Bjerde: Ongoing projects supported by the World Bank amounting to half a billion dollars

September 16, 2022| News

16th September 2022, Sarajevo – The entire space of the four-year 2019-2023 Country Partnership Framework with the World Bank has... Read More → Besimi – Bjerde: Ongoing projects supported by the World Bank amounting to half a billion dollars

Besimi and Deputy Prime Minister Kaag signed Memorandum of Understanding on Technical Cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and Netherlands, aimed at strengthening the public finance

September 15, 2022| News

15th September 2022, Sarajevo – On Thursday, 2023 -2206 Memorandum of Understanding on Technical Cooperation was signed between... Read More → Besimi and Deputy Prime Minister Kaag signed Memorandum of Understanding on Technical Cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and Netherlands, aimed at strengthening the public finance

Besimi: Modern finance management system has been put in place, with greater predictability and accountability when spending the public funds

September 15, 2022| News

15th September2022, Skopje – New fiscal rules and principles have been introduced, which will be applied in the State Budget... Read More → Besimi: Modern finance management system has been put in place, with greater predictability and accountability when spending the public funds

Besimi – Kammer: Public finance reforms must continue even in times of crisis for the sake of economic sustainability

September 15, 2022| News

15th September 2022, Sarajevo – Public finance reform must continue alongside policies aimed at overcoming the ongoing challenges... Read More → Besimi – Kammer: Public finance reforms must continue even in times of crisis for the sake of economic sustainability

Minister Besimi at IMF and WB Constituency in Sarajevo will speak and moderate the session titled “Winter is Ahead – Energy Safety, Transition and Cooperation”

September 14, 2022| News

14th September 2022 – Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi will take part in IMF and World Bank Group Constituency Meeting, taking... Read More → Minister Besimi at IMF and WB Constituency in Sarajevo will speak and moderate the session titled “Winter is Ahead – Energy Safety, Transition and Cooperation”

Besimi: Fair tax system under which all will pay the public duties and use the public goods

September 13, 2022| News

13th September 2022 – Equal and fair treatment of all citizens and companies and efficient tax system to support the green... Read More → Besimi: Fair tax system under which all will pay the public duties and use the public goods

Besimi – Gabriel: EIB extending significant support for infrastructure, energy projects and green transition

September 5, 2022| News

5th September 2022 – Fresh EUR 100 million investments in green transition of small- and medium-sized enterprises from EIB through... Read More → Besimi – Gabriel: EIB extending significant support for infrastructure, energy projects and green transition

MoF: Political parties part of the public debate on tax reform – inclusiveness creates sustainable solutions

September 1, 2022| News

1st September 2022 – Today, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi presented the tax reform concept, with the Ministry of Finance having... Read More → MoF: Political parties part of the public debate on tax reform – inclusiveness creates sustainable solutions

MoF: EUR 100 million for managing the energy crisis and capital investments in water infrastructure in municipalities

September 1, 2022| News

1st September 2022, Skopje – The Government secures more than EUR 100 million for managing the energy crisis and capital investments... Read More → MoF: EUR 100 million for managing the energy crisis and capital investments in water infrastructure in municipalities

Angelovska-Bezhoska – Besimi: Systemic Law on Payment Services and Payment Systems comes into force at the beginning of next year – boosted competitiveness and increased protection of users of payment services

September 1, 2022| News

1st September 2022 – Law on Payment Services and Payment Systems, which will come into force starting 1st January 2022, was one of... Read More → Angelovska-Bezhoska – Besimi: Systemic Law on Payment Services and Payment Systems comes into force at the beginning of next year – boosted competitiveness and increased protection of users of payment services

SOLEMN SIGNING CEREMONY FOR AMENDMENT THREE TO THE DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN USAID AND GOVERNMENT OF NORTH MACEDONIA

August 30, 2022| News

30th August 2022, Skopje – United States Agency for International Development (USAID) signed the third amendment to the Development... Read More → SOLEMN SIGNING CEREMONY FOR AMENDMENT THREE TO THE DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN USAID AND GOVERNMENT OF NORTH MACEDONIA

Besimi – Holstein – Remé: KfW continues supporting North Macedonia

August 29, 2022| News

29th August 2022 – Projects amounting to more than EUR 150 million are being implemented in the country with the support of KfW. Pace... Read More → Besimi – Holstein – Remé: KfW continues supporting North Macedonia