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Government adopted the Supplementary Budget: Fiscal space for new measures, higher wages and pensions

May 21, 2022| News

21st May 2022, Skopje – Additional EUR 76 million in case new measures are needed for supporting the living standard of the citizens,... Read More → Government adopted the Supplementary Budget: Fiscal space for new measures, higher wages and pensions

Minister Besimi – former Ministers of Finance – their experience and knowledge contributing to designing the SEFF program objectives

May 20, 2022| News

20th May 2022, Skopje – On Friday, Formers Ministers of Finance met Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi within Skopje Economic Finance... Read More → Minister Besimi – former Ministers of Finance – their experience and knowledge contributing to designing the SEFF program objectives

Nobel Prize Winner Paul Krugman to address the Skopje Economic Finance Forum (SEFF)

May 19, 2022| News

19th May 2022, Skopje – U.S. academic, economist, author and Nobel laureate, Paul Krugman will visit Skopje at the occasion of... Read More → Nobel Prize Winner Paul Krugman to address the Skopje Economic Finance Forum (SEFF)

MoF: EBRD funds for construction of Skopje – Blace motorway section and regional solid waste management system

May 18, 2022| News

18th May 2022, Skopje – More than EUR 200 million is provided from EBRD under favourable terms and conditions for implementation of... Read More → MoF: EBRD funds for construction of Skopje – Blace motorway section and regional solid waste management system

Besimi: Budget restructuring will make room for new potential anti-crisis measures

May 16, 2022| News

16th May 2022, Skopje – Budget restructuring will make room for potential measures, which will contribute to overcoming the ongoing... Read More → Besimi: Budget restructuring will make room for new potential anti-crisis measures

MANAGING THE CRISIS, CONTINUING THE REFORMS AND MAINTAINING THE GROWTH

May 15, 2022| Columns, News

15th May 2022, Skopje – With three doses of COVID-19 vaccine received, I tested positive last week, isolating myself for one week at... Read More → MANAGING THE CRISIS, CONTINUING THE REFORMS AND MAINTAINING THE GROWTH

Besimi: We continue implementing public finance reforms based on SMART finance concept focused on long-term and sustainable solutions

May 13, 2022| News

13th May 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance continues realizing the activities for developing the public financial management system.... Read More → Besimi: We continue implementing public finance reforms based on SMART finance concept focused on long-term and sustainable solutions

Besimi at EBRD Annual Meeting – In times of global crisis, we remain committed to the reform agenda, with EBRD support being significant for our priorities

May 11, 2022| News

11th May 2022, Skopje – In times when the global and European economies confront the ever greatest challenges over the past few... Read More → Besimi at EBRD Annual Meeting – In times of global crisis, we remain committed to the reform agenda, with EBRD support being significant for our priorities

Nikoloski at Tirana Economic Forum: Prompt start of negotiations with the EU, accompanied by political stability so as to attract investments and implement key projects

May 10, 2022| News

Prompt start of the EU accession process, strengthened regional cooperation, realization of key infrastructure projects such as the road... Read More → Nikoloski at Tirana Economic Forum: Prompt start of negotiations with the EU, accompanied by political stability so as to attract investments and implement key projects

Besimi – Hulmann: Strengthened economic cooperation with Switzerland, one of the major development partners to the Republic of North Macedonia

May 5, 2022| News

5th May 2022, Skopje – Deepened economic cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and Switzerland, as well as the... Read More → Besimi – Hulmann: Strengthened economic cooperation with Switzerland, one of the major development partners to the Republic of North Macedonia

Credit rating affirmed amid global crisis

April 30, 2022| News

30th April 2022, Skopje – Fitch Ratings has affirmed North Macedonia’s credit rating at ‘BB+’ with a negative outlook. The Agency... Read More → Credit rating affirmed amid global crisis

MoF: Public debt in crisis situation reduced to 57.1% of GDP, being below the Maastricht Criterion

April 29, 2022| News

29th April 2022, Skopje – Public debt, as of 31st March 2022, accounted for 57.1%, decreasing by 3.7 percentage points compared to... Read More → MoF: Public debt in crisis situation reduced to 57.1% of GDP, being below the Maastricht Criterion

Besimi – Bowman: Continuous support for projects aimed at overcoming the crisis and ensuring development

April 28, 2022| News

28thApril 2022, Skopje – European Bank for Reconstruction and Development – EBRD has provided continuous support to the... Read More → Besimi – Bowman: Continuous support for projects aimed at overcoming the crisis and ensuring development

Minister Besimi – IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva: PLL is allocated to countries with sound economic policies

April 24, 2022| News

24th April 2022, Washington – Sound economic policies and economic stability make Republic of North Macedonia eligible for using the... Read More → Minister Besimi – IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva: PLL is allocated to countries with sound economic policies

Besimi concludes the meetings in Washington with a recommendation for using IMF resources, intended for sound economies

April 23, 2022| News

23rd April 2022, Skopje – Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi concluded the Spring Meetings with a recommendation for using the IMF... Read More → Besimi concludes the meetings in Washington with a recommendation for using IMF resources, intended for sound economies

Minister Besimi – World Bank – Response to energy and price crisis impact, as well as focusing on further long-term development

April 23, 2022| News

23rd April 2022, Skopje – During the meetings held with World Bank Executive Director, Koen Davidse, Regional Vice President for... Read More → Minister Besimi – World Bank – Response to energy and price crisis impact, as well as focusing on further long-term development

Besimi met top officials from the U.S. Department of the Treasury: MoF will cooperate with the U.S. Department of the Treasury in improving the efficiency and increasing the transparency and accountability as regards public finance

April 22, 2022| News

22nd April 2022, Washington – The USA supports the fast integration of the Republic of North Macedonia to the EU, whereby, as NATO... Read More → Besimi met top officials from the U.S. Department of the Treasury: MoF will cooperate with the U.S. Department of the Treasury in improving the efficiency and increasing the transparency and accountability as regards public finance

Besimi in Washington – Funds intended for the Republic of North Macedonia to be allocated under favorable terms and conditions

April 22, 2022| News

22nd April 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia sent a request to the International Monetary Fund for using a 2-year... Read More → Besimi in Washington – Funds intended for the Republic of North Macedonia to be allocated under favorable terms and conditions

Besimi – Eskobar: Strengthened economic cooperation between both countries – NATO allies

April 21, 2022| News

20th April 2022, Washington – Opportunity to deepen the economic cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and the United... Read More → Besimi – Eskobar: Strengthened economic cooperation between both countries – NATO allies

Minister Besimi attending IMF/WB Spring Meetings in Washington

April 20, 2022| News

20th April 2022, Skopje – Impact of the conflict in Ukraine on the global economy, as well as price and energy crisis, will be the... Read More → Minister Besimi attending IMF/WB Spring Meetings in Washington

MoF: Financial market will be open for new service providers, new services, lower costs and consumer protection

April 19, 2022| News

19th April 2022, Skopje – Liberalization of the financial market via the entry of new providers of payment services, new payment... Read More → MoF: Financial market will be open for new service providers, new services, lower costs and consumer protection

Besimi: Sustainable solution in support of wage growth and increased productivity up to sustainable growth and better living standard

April 17, 2022| News

17th April 2022, Skopje – Wages in the field of education should increase, with their wages being increased at several occasions over... Read More → Besimi: Sustainable solution in support of wage growth and increased productivity up to sustainable growth and better living standard

About human capital, productivity and wages: What is the path to economic development and better standard of living?

April 16, 2022| Columns, News

16th April 2022, Skopje – Paul Samuelson, father of modern economics and winner of Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences, said: „The growth... Read More → About human capital, productivity and wages: What is the path to economic development and better standard of living?

Press Release – Invitation for comments and proposals about Public Financial Management Reform Programme 2022 – 2025

April 15, 2022| News

15th April 2022, Skopje – Please be informed that Ministry of Finance, in cooperation with Public Revenue Office, Customs Administration,... Read More → Press Release – Invitation for comments and proposals about Public Financial Management Reform Programme 2022 – 2025

MoF: More efficient and effective financial control over the usage of both public funds in the public sector and EU funds

April 13, 2022| News

13th April 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance, through the Department for Public Sector Financial Inspection and Coordination for... Read More → MoF: More efficient and effective financial control over the usage of both public funds in the public sector and EU funds

Besimi – Renaud Basso: Energy crisis is highlighting the importance of Green Deal investments, significant support from EBRD to the energy sector

April 9, 2022| News

9th April 2022, Skopje – European Bank from Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is the most active financial institution in the... Read More → Besimi – Renaud Basso: Energy crisis is highlighting the importance of Green Deal investments, significant support from EBRD to the energy sector

Besimi at Delphi Economic Forum in Greece: So far, Government has implemented measures worth EUR 615 million, aimed at cushioning the price shocks, being thereby committed to short-term and long-term solutions

April 8, 2022| News

8th April 2022, Athens – “So far, approximately EUR 615 million has been allocated, geared towards cushioning the price shocks.... Read More → Besimi at Delphi Economic Forum in Greece: So far, Government has implemented measures worth EUR 615 million, aimed at cushioning the price shocks, being thereby committed to short-term and long-term solutions

Nikoloski: Strengthening economic governance capacities as part of the EU accession process

April 7, 2022| News

7th April 2022, Skopje – Capacities of institutions in charge of conducting the EU accession talks under the Chapter – Economic... Read More → Nikoloski: Strengthening economic governance capacities as part of the EU accession process

MoF closely monitors the execution of capital expenditures with the CAPEF mechanism – Denar 558 million budgeted capital expenditures withheld in Q1

April 5, 2022| News

5th April 2022, Skopje – Second year in a row already, the Ministry of Finance closely monitors the process of execution of capital... Read More → MoF closely monitors the execution of capital expenditures with the CAPEF mechanism – Denar 558 million budgeted capital expenditures withheld in Q1

Besimi: Financing the measures for cushioning the effects from the existing crisis, thereby maintaining the fiscal consolidation amid price surge and interest rate increase

April 3, 2022| News

3rd April 2022, Skopje – At the end of January, the general government and public debt reduced by several percentage points compared... Read More → Besimi: Financing the measures for cushioning the effects from the existing crisis, thereby maintaining the fiscal consolidation amid price surge and interest rate increase

CHALLENGES TO FINANCING FISCAL POLICY WHILE WEATHERING THE CRISIS AND RECOVERING THE ECONOMY

April 2, 2022| Columns, News

In brief, but worth mentioning 2nd April 2022, Skopje – 30 years ago today, the first Budget was adopted following the proclamation... Read More → CHALLENGES TO FINANCING FISCAL POLICY WHILE WEATHERING THE CRISIS AND RECOVERING THE ECONOMY

MoF: Possibility for the citizens to be provided with support for housing loan via “Buy a House, Buy a Flat” Project in 2022 as well

April 1, 2022| News

1st April 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance will announce a new call for “Buy a House, Buy a Flat” Project, wherein the... Read More → MoF: Possibility for the citizens to be provided with support for housing loan via “Buy a House, Buy a Flat” Project in 2022 as well

Besimi – Janowsky: USAID as significant partner of the Republic of North Macedonia in the past 30 years in attaining its goals

April 1, 2022| News

1st April 2022, Skopje – United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is a significant partner in the past 30 years in... Read More → Besimi – Janowsky: USAID as significant partner of the Republic of North Macedonia in the past 30 years in attaining its goals

Minister of Finance – WB Mission – we are preparing solutions for companies’ investments in green and digital transformation

April 1, 2022| News

1st April 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance, together with the World Bank, are working on establishing investment funds in the... Read More → Minister of Finance – WB Mission – we are preparing solutions for companies’ investments in green and digital transformation

MoF: Over EUR 40 million as support to the business sector with interest-free and favourable credit lines through DBRNM, as part of the latest set of measures

March 31, 2022| News

31st March 2022, Skopje – Interest-free and favourable credit lines have been made available for the companies, thus being provided... Read More → MoF: Over EUR 40 million as support to the business sector with interest-free and favourable credit lines through DBRNM, as part of the latest set of measures

MoF: Amended Decree on Privatization of State-Owned Construction Land – individual housing remains to be Denar 61, with commercial buildings amounting to Denar 13,140

March 30, 2022| News

29th March 2022, Skopje – Government adopted the proposal of the Ministry of Finance, pertaining to amendment to the Decree on... Read More → MoF: Amended Decree on Privatization of State-Owned Construction Land – individual housing remains to be Denar 61, with commercial buildings amounting to Denar 13,140

Nikoloski: Enhanced capacities of public sector accountants

March 29, 2022| News

29th March 2022, Skopje – “Ministry of Finance recognized the importance of building and enhancing the capacities in the field of... Read More → Nikoloski: Enhanced capacities of public sector accountants

Besimi – Ludva: EU perspective is the only alternative, proven even in times of crisis

March 28, 2022| News

28th March 2022, Skopje – Commitment of the new Government of the Republic of North Macedonia to continuing on its path to EU, as the... Read More → Besimi – Ludva: EU perspective is the only alternative, proven even in times of crisis

MoF: Legal solutions on changing the fee for state-owned construction land privatization under preparation

March 25, 2022| News

25th March Skopje – Preparation of the legal solutions to change the fees for state-owned construction land privatization is in... Read More → MoF: Legal solutions on changing the fee for state-owned construction land privatization under preparation

Besimi – Garcia: Spain’s support for North Macedonia’s EU accession prospects acknowledged, we remain committed to ERP reforms pertaining thereto

March 24, 2022| News

24th March 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia’s EU accession prospects, the ongoing developments in Ukraine and the energy... Read More → Besimi – Garcia: Spain’s support for North Macedonia’s EU accession prospects acknowledged, we remain committed to ERP reforms pertaining thereto

Strengthened capacities of FIO through the Kingdom of Netherlands-funded project

March 24, 2022| News

24th March 2022, Skopje – Increased awareness about risks when using virtual assets, designing more comprehensive regulations, as... Read More → Strengthened capacities of FIO through the Kingdom of Netherlands-funded project

Strategic projects and UAE investments discussed at two-day meetings of Besimi with Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority

March 22, 2022| News

22nd March 2022, Skopje – Strategic projects of priority for the Government of the Republic of North Macedonia, contributing to the... Read More → Strategic projects and UAE investments discussed at two-day meetings of Besimi with Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority

Besimi – Al Suwadi: Investment opportunities in key areas envisaged under the Growth Acceleration Plan

March 21, 2022| News

21st March 2022, Skopje – Investment opportunities in crucial major projects in the country were discussed at the meeting between... Read More → Besimi – Al Suwadi: Investment opportunities in key areas envisaged under the Growth Acceleration Plan

Global Money Week 2022: “Build your future, be smart about money”

March 21, 2022| News

21st March 2022, Skopje – The Coordinating Body of Financial Regulators for Financial Education and Financial Inclusion, in cooperation... Read More → Global Money Week 2022: “Build your future, be smart about money”

Besimi: Despite facing a tough year, growth was attained as it is expected this year as well

March 15, 2022| News

15th March 2022 – We are facing immense energy and price crisis this year, and we need to adjust thereto, which should be also... Read More → Besimi: Despite facing a tough year, growth was attained as it is expected this year as well

Besimi: EUR 600 million borrowing as projected in 2022 Budget

March 15, 2022| News

15th March 2022, Skopje – 2022 Budget, adopted by the Parliament, projects EUR 600 million worth borrowing. EUR 545 million out of... Read More → Besimi: EUR 600 million borrowing as projected in 2022 Budget

Besimi: Our country among the first in the region with extensive set of measures in place

March 14, 2022| News

14th March 2022, Skopje – Ongoing crisis is immense. Our economy is small, thus having no effects on the global markets, however, we... Read More → Besimi: Our country among the first in the region with extensive set of measures in place

Besimi: Substantial and timely Government response to price pressures with measures totaling EUR 615 million

March 13, 2022| News

13th March 2022, Skopje – Latest set of anti-crisis measures amounting to EUR 400 million is part of around EUR 615 million worth set... Read More → Besimi: Substantial and timely Government response to price pressures with measures totaling EUR 615 million

ENERGY CRISIS, PRICE INCREASE AND GOVERNMENT POLICIES: TIMING, SCOPE AND TARGETING

March 13, 2022| Columns, News

More than 30 measures totaling over EUR 600 million have been adopted since the outset of the energy crisis aimed at protecting both the... Read More → ENERGY CRISIS, PRICE INCREASE AND GOVERNMENT POLICIES: TIMING, SCOPE AND TARGETING

Besimi: Protecting living standard of the citizens and consumer basket, with lower food and fuel prices, reduced both VAT and excite duty, as part of the set of measures

March 12, 2022| News

12th March 2022, Skopje – Legal solutions under the set of measures adopted by the Government this week, pertaining to reduction of... Read More → Besimi: Protecting living standard of the citizens and consumer basket, with lower food and fuel prices, reduced both VAT and excite duty, as part of the set of measures

Besimi: I learned from the media about “Nova Makedonija”-related case, which is to be the last implemented one as per the 2011 Decree, whereby a good faith is expected from those already using this opportunity

March 11, 2022| News

11th March 2022, Skopje – Minister of Finance Fatmir Besimi announced the amendments to the Decree determining the fee for... Read More → Besimi: I learned from the media about “Nova Makedonija”-related case, which is to be the last implemented one as per the 2011 Decree, whereby a good faith is expected from those already using this opportunity

Besimi – Byrnes: Opportunities for deepening the economic cooperation with the USA, as major strategic partner

March 9, 2022| News

9th March 2022, Skopje – Deepening the economic cooperation with the United States of America, the economic consequences that could... Read More → Besimi – Byrnes: Opportunities for deepening the economic cooperation with the USA, as major strategic partner

Besimi – Van Gelder: World Bank’s substantial support for reform implementation amid COVID crisis, we are actively working on project implementation

March 9, 2022| News

9th March 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia is extended substantial support from the World Bank for implementation of key... Read More → Besimi – Van Gelder: World Bank’s substantial support for reform implementation amid COVID crisis, we are actively working on project implementation

Financial Stability Committee: Financial and denar exchange rate stability are successfully maintained

March 9, 2022| News

9th March 2022, Skopje – The stability of the denar exchange rate is guaranteed. The financial system is also stable and is ready to... Read More → Financial Stability Committee: Financial and denar exchange rate stability are successfully maintained

Besimi – Pavlova: EIB is a strong and dedicated partner to North Macedonia, support extends to new projects for sustainable road, rail, energy infrastructure and green transition

March 8, 2022| News

8th March 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance has successful cooperation with the European Investment Bank, which stands ready to... Read More → Besimi – Pavlova: EIB is a strong and dedicated partner to North Macedonia, support extends to new projects for sustainable road, rail, energy infrastructure and green transition

Besimi: We are intensively working on a set of measures aimed at coping with the crisis

March 7, 2022| News

7th March 2022, Skopje – Commodity reserves are sufficient, Budget is liquid, whereby the already taken actions for the respective... Read More → Besimi: We are intensively working on a set of measures aimed at coping with the crisis

MoF: Improving energy efficiency in healthcare facilities and facilities within the competence of local authorities

March 5, 2022| News

5th March 2022, Skopje – Ministry of Finance is implementing Public Sector Energy Efficiency Project through MSIP Project Unit, funds... Read More → MoF: Improving energy efficiency in healthcare facilities and facilities within the competence of local authorities

Besimi – Angelov: By taking specific actions, implementation dynamics of joint projects between Republic of North Macedonia and Bulgaria is being intensified

March 4, 2022| News

4th March 2022, Skopje – The ongoing developments, the energy crisis and their impact on the economies of Republic of North Macedonia... Read More → Besimi – Angelov: By taking specific actions, implementation dynamics of joint projects between Republic of North Macedonia and Bulgaria is being intensified

Besimi – Silvestri: To harness the opportunities for intensification of economic cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and Italy

March 4, 2022| News

4th March 2022, Skopje – Energy crisis and the economic consequences on the European economy, as well as the strengthening of the... Read More → Besimi – Silvestri: To harness the opportunities for intensification of economic cooperation between Republic of North Macedonia and Italy

Besimi for Euronews Albania: Developments in Ukraine closely monitored, timely and as needed response will be taken as continuously during the COVID pandemic and energy crisis

March 1, 2022| News

1st March 2022, Skopje – Quantities of commodity reserves are as legally prescribed and are sufficient, with the companies having... Read More → Besimi for Euronews Albania: Developments in Ukraine closely monitored, timely and as needed response will be taken as continuously during the COVID pandemic and energy crisis

Besimi: We are monitoring the developments and, if necessary, we will take measures so as to protect both the economy and the living standard of the citizens

February 27, 2022| News

27th February 2022, Skopje – We stand ready to adopt measures and policies in the interest of citizens, primarily aimed at protecting... Read More → Besimi: We are monitoring the developments and, if necessary, we will take measures so as to protect both the economy and the living standard of the citizens

Global economy ahead of a new challenge: Russia – Ukraine war will further tighten global supply chains

February 26, 2022| Columns, News

25th February 2022, Skopje – The only certainty is uncertainty. This saying, which dates back to the time of the Roman Empire, best... Read More → Global economy ahead of a new challenge: Russia – Ukraine war will further tighten global supply chains

MoF: Republic of North Macedonia was awarded an EC grant amounting to EUR 225.6 million aimed at infrastructure and energy projects

February 25, 2022| News

25th February 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia was awarded a grant amounting to EUR 225.6 million by the European... Read More → MoF: Republic of North Macedonia was awarded an EC grant amounting to EUR 225.6 million aimed at infrastructure and energy projects

Besimi – Lukarevska: Government in support of companies’ competitiveness and standard of living of the citizens, reduced customs tariff rates on 258 raw materials, increased minimum wage

February 25, 2022| News

25th February 2022, Skopje – Starting next month, minimum wage of the employees will increase as a result of the decision adopted by... Read More → Besimi – Lukarevska: Government in support of companies’ competitiveness and standard of living of the citizens, reduced customs tariff rates on 258 raw materials, increased minimum wage

Besimi: Republic of North Macedonia expects, this week, a response for support of the respective projects under the European Investment Plan

February 22, 2022| News

22nd February, Skopje – During this week, Republic of North Macedonia expects the response to the applications submitted for four... Read More → Besimi: Republic of North Macedonia expects, this week, a response for support of the respective projects under the European Investment Plan

Besimi – Hahn: EU support vital for sustainable economic growth

February 22, 2022| News

22nd February 2022, Brussels – Green transition, energy efficiency, human capital strengthening as key priorities in the Economic... Read More → Besimi – Hahn: EU support vital for sustainable economic growth

MoF: Lower import duties for domestic companies, reduced customs tariff rates on 258 industrial goods and natural gas

February 22, 2022| News

22nd February 2022, Skopje – Customs tariff rates on 258 raw materials and intermediate goods are permanently reduced or abolished,... Read More → MoF: Lower import duties for domestic companies, reduced customs tariff rates on 258 industrial goods and natural gas

Besimi – Várhelyi: North Macedonia committed to EU perspective and aligning with the European standards

February 21, 2022| News

21st February 2022, Brussels – EU perspective of North Macedonia and the expectations from the French Presidency for the progress in... Read More → Besimi – Várhelyi: North Macedonia committed to EU perspective and aligning with the European standards

Besimi – Gentiloni – Government of North Macedonia proactive in its response to the energy crisis as during the pandemic

February 21, 2022| News

21st February 2022, Brussels – Energy crisis and inflation, as well as the measures the Government has been undertaking, and the... Read More → Besimi – Gentiloni – Government of North Macedonia proactive in its response to the energy crisis as during the pandemic

Minister Besimi pays a working visit to Brussels starting 20th February 2022

February 20, 2022| News

20th February 2022, Skopje – Starting 20th February until 22nd February 2022, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi will pay a working... Read More → Minister Besimi pays a working visit to Brussels starting 20th February 2022

Standard&Poor’s affirmed BB- ratings, outlook stable – North Macedonia’s economy has recovered its pre-pandemic level

February 19, 2022| News

19th February 2022, Skopje – Standard & Poor’s Credit Rating Agency has affirmed North Macedonia’s credit rating at BB-, with... Read More → Standard&Poor’s affirmed BB- ratings, outlook stable – North Macedonia’s economy has recovered its pre-pandemic level

Besimi: Green and digital transition, human capital and integration of the local businesses in the global value chains in the focus of ERP 2022-2024

February 18, 2022| News

18th February 2022, Skopje – Economic recovery, green transition and energy sector modernization, improvement of the education... Read More → Besimi: Green and digital transition, human capital and integration of the local businesses in the global value chains in the focus of ERP 2022-2024

Besimi: Stable finances, liquid budget, minimum wage also envisaged for the public administration, as for the rest of the wages and pensions, growth will be considered via dialogue

February 17, 2022| News

17th February 2022, Skopje – Finances are stable, thus, in the upcoming period, all potential risks are to be considered so as to... Read More → Besimi: Stable finances, liquid budget, minimum wage also envisaged for the public administration, as for the rest of the wages and pensions, growth will be considered via dialogue

Besimi meets UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to the Western Balkans – major energy and infrastructure projects in the country create a possibility for entry of British investors

February 16, 2022| News

16th February 2022, Skopje – Martin Vickers, UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to the Western Balkans, paying visit to the Republic... Read More → Besimi meets UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to the Western Balkans – major energy and infrastructure projects in the country create a possibility for entry of British investors

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

IMF acclaims the fiscal policies, contributing to economic recovery and job preservation

February 16, 2022| News

16th February 2022, Skopje – Upon the economic activity drop recorded in 2020, according to IMF, GDP growth is forecast at 4% in... Read More → IMF acclaims the fiscal policies, contributing to economic recovery and job preservation

Besimi: Development of capital market is part of the plan to attain 5% economic growth rates in the medium term

February 13, 2022| News

13th February 2022, Skopje – Benefits from liberalization of financial markets and mobilizing financial resources are considerable... Read More → Besimi: Development of capital market is part of the plan to attain 5% economic growth rates in the medium term

Development of financial markets geared towards development of the economy and job creation

February 12, 2022| Columns, News

12th February 2022, Skopje – Finance is the lifeblood of the economy – the economists often say, explaining the significance of... Read More → Development of financial markets geared towards development of the economy and job creation

Besimi – Fragogiannis: Going together to strengthen the economic cooperation between the two countries

February 11, 2022| News

11th February 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia and Greece will undertake joint measures aimed at advancing the economic... Read More → Besimi – Fragogiannis: Going together to strengthen the economic cooperation between the two countries

Besimi: Increase of minimum wage is a systemic and sustainable solution to advance both productivity and competitiveness

February 10, 2022| News

10th February 2022, Skopje – Increasing the minimum wage, as a measure, which is part of the government program, does not only imply... Read More → Besimi: Increase of minimum wage is a systemic and sustainable solution to advance both productivity and competitiveness

MoF: Financial Market Development Strategy geared towards alternative funding possibilities for the companies, more investment opportunities for the households and the foreign investors

February 9, 2022| News

9th February 2022, Skopje – More possibilities for financing companies’ projects, increased offer of investment instruments, as... Read More → MoF: Financial Market Development Strategy geared towards alternative funding possibilities for the companies, more investment opportunities for the households and the foreign investors

Besimi: UNDP’s strong support for green transition projects

February 3, 2022| News

3rd February 2022, Skopje – Green Agenda, strengthening the decentralization process and eradication of informal economy were the... Read More → Besimi: UNDP’s strong support for green transition projects

Besimi: Inclusion of Chambers of Commerce plays an important role in the process of enhancing the economic ties between the two countries

February 1, 2022| News

1st February 2022, Skopje – Strengthening the economic cooperation, fresh foreign investments in the Republic of North Macedonia and... Read More → Besimi: Inclusion of Chambers of Commerce plays an important role in the process of enhancing the economic ties between the two countries

Besimi – Lorer: Agreed specific steps geared towards attaining the joint goals – growth and development

February 1, 2022| News

1st February 2022, Skopje – Republic of North Macedonia and Republic of Bulgaria share same goals – economic growth and better... Read More → Besimi – Lorer: Agreed specific steps geared towards attaining the joint goals – growth and development

МoF: Public debt is managed and maintained at stable level, being lower by 0.1 p.p. at the end of 2021 compared to 2020

January 31, 2022| News

31st January 2022, Skopje – Today, Ministry of Finance announced the data on the general government debt and the public debt as of 31st... Read More → МoF: Public debt is managed and maintained at stable level, being lower by 0.1 p.p. at the end of 2021 compared to 2020

Ministry of Finance hosts the first meeting of the joint Working Group on Economy, Trade and Innovations with the Republic of Bulgaria

January 30, 2022| News

30th January 2022, Skopje – On Monday and Tuesday (31st January and 1st February), Ministry of Finance will host the government... Read More → Ministry of Finance hosts the first meeting of the joint Working Group on Economy, Trade and Innovations with the Republic of Bulgaria

Economic Reform Program, proposed by MoF, adopted: key reforms focusing on green and digital transition, boosting the competitiveness and strengthening the human capital

January 29, 2022| News

29th January 2022, Skopje – Economic Reform Program 2022-2024 is based on the following key pillars – fostering the green... Read More → Economic Reform Program, proposed by MoF, adopted: key reforms focusing on green and digital transition, boosting the competitiveness and strengthening the human capital

МoF: EUR 488 million as VAT refund to the business sector in 2021 or 22.8% more compared to 2020

January 5, 2022| News

5th January 2022, Skopje – During 2021, the country’s VAT refund to the business sector was by 22.8% more compared to 2020 and... Read More → МoF: EUR 488 million as VAT refund to the business sector in 2021 or 22.8% more compared to 2020

Besimi – Lukarevska: MoF and PRO are jointly working on implementing the Tax System Reform Strategy

January 4, 2022| News

4th January 2022, Skopje – On Tuesday, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi paid working visit to the Public Revenue Office, meeting... Read More → Besimi – Lukarevska: MoF and PRO are jointly working on implementing the Tax System Reform Strategy

МoF: Revenues collected under the 2021 Budget higher by 15.3% compared to 2020, capital expenditure execution accounts for 79% of projections, higher by 45.2% compared to 2020

January 4, 2022| News

3rd January 2022, Skopje – Under the 2021 Budget, total revenue collection was higher by 15.3% compared to 2020, with capital... Read More → МoF: Revenues collected under the 2021 Budget higher by 15.3% compared to 2020, capital expenditure execution accounts for 79% of projections, higher by 45.2% compared to 2020

REBUILDING A BETTER FUTURE: IN 2022, GDP WILL EXCEED THE PRE-COVID-19 LEVEL

December 29, 2021| Columns, News

Year of Economic Recovery Amid Still Present Challenges 29th December 2021, Skopje – There is a saying that an optimist stays up... Read More → REBUILDING A BETTER FUTURE: IN 2022, GDP WILL EXCEED THE PRE-COVID-19 LEVEL

Besimi and former Ministers of Finance to establish Council which will be part of SEFF Platform, contributing to making credible economic policies

December 28, 2021| News

28th December 2021, Skopje – At the traditional year-end meeting, Minister of Finance, Fatmir Besimi, and former Ministers of Finance... Read More → Besimi and former Ministers of Finance to establish Council which will be part of SEFF Platform, contributing to making credible economic policies

Besimi: Capital Market Strategy is a well-devised document contributing to further development of the financial market

December 27, 2021| News

27th December 2021, Skopje – Advancing the capital market in the Republic of North Macedonia up to the EU average by increasing the... Read More → Besimi: Capital Market Strategy is a well-devised document contributing to further development of the financial market

Besimi: Funds provided for North – Macedonia – Greece Interconnector Gas Pipeline

December 23, 2021| News

23rd December 2021, Skopje – Funds have been provided for implementing “Gas Interconnector Greece – North Macedonia, North... Read More → Besimi: Funds provided for North – Macedonia – Greece Interconnector Gas Pipeline

МoF: New Law on Accounting Practice aimed at advancement of the accounting profession

December 22, 2021| News

22nd December 2021, Skopje – New draft Law on Accounting Practice, aimed at advancing the accounting profession, is proposed by the... Read More → МoF: New Law on Accounting Practice aimed at advancement of the accounting profession

Besimi: Funds provided for implementing Road Corridor 8 – Phase I

December 21, 2021| News

21st December 2021, Skopje – Funds have been provided for implementing Road Corridor 8 – Phase I. On Tuesday, Minister of... Read More → Besimi: Funds provided for implementing Road Corridor 8 – Phase I

Greater trade liberalization to boosted competitiveness and fresh investments

December 18, 2021| Columns, News

18th December 2021, Skopje – Global supply chains and the need to facilitate trade, which will contribute to boosted competitiveness,... Read More → Greater trade liberalization to boosted competitiveness and fresh investments