Zaev: We want to build friendship with Russia


We have no evidence and arguments that Russia has any influence in regard to the referendum. It is true that it is not happy about the NATO enlargement in Macedonia, but it is not against EU accession of entire Western Balkans, PM Zoran Zaev told reporters after Tuesday’s meeting with EU Enlargement Commissioner Johannes Hahn. […]

Hahn: On September 30 you have an opportunity to shape your future (VIDEO)


On September 30 you have a unique opportunity to shape your future. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to make a choice that will have an impact on the citizens, their children and the next generations those who are not yet born. The referendum is a very unique opportunity for citizens to take […]

Zaev: There is no evidence of Russian influence in Macedonia


Macedonia’s Prime Minister Zoran Zaev answering journalists’ questions at the conference dedicated to media freedom in the Western Balkans, said that there is no evidence of Russian influence in Macedonia. “I have no evidence on any Russian influence. Russian Federation is a friend of Macedonia and it has nothing against Macedonia’s integration in the EU, […]

(Photo) March FOR European Macedonia in Skopje


A march FOR European Macedonia, organized by coalition Together FOR European Macedonia, takes place in downtown Skopje on Sunday. The march started near the Parliament and is set to finish in front of the EU Delegation building. Prime Minister Zoran Zaev, Parliament Speaker Talat Xhaferi, actress and union representative Sanja Arsovska and journalist Tomislav Kezarovski […]

US Defense Secretary Mattis on an official visit to Macedonia on Monday


US Defense Secretary James Mattis will pay an official visit to Macedonia on Monday. Secretary Mattis is expected to meet with Prime Minister Zoran Zaev and Defense Minister Radmila Sekerinska, followed by a joint media statement. Mattis will express U.S. clear support to the coming referendum on the name agreement, but also concern over Moscow’s […]

PM Zaev adresses the European parliament for the first time in Macedonian


Prime Minister Zoran Zaev addressed Thursday the European Parliament at the invitation of EP President Antonio Tajani. Zaev said the address was the first by a Macedonian Prime Minister in Macedonian language in the European Parliament. “This is a historic moment for the Macedonian people. This is the first time for as prime minister from […]

Zaev-Bushati: A vote in favour of the referendum is the key for NATO and EU accession


Yesterday, Prime Minister Zoran Zaev has met with Albania’s Foreign minister, Ditmir Bushati who is on a visit in Skopje. Minister Bushati said that a vote in favour of the Prespa Agreement in the September 30threferendum would be the key to EU and NATO accession. “It’s a historical duty of every Albanian in Macedonia and […]

The name hits the gas, reforms hit the brakes


The European Union will begin screening in Macedonia by the end of the month, and NATO has also announced that in the same period the accession talks for membership with the Alliance will start. On the other hand, the reforms that are being announced are postponed one by one, from those in education, those for […]

Zaev: I will accept a duel after Mickoski rejects the referendum boycott


I am prepared to accept a duel with Mr.Mickoski when he clearly rejects the referendum boycott. These positions put Macedonia’s future in delusion, Prime Minister Zaev said on Wednesday. PM Zaev was quizzed about the invitation by VMRO-DPMNE leader Hristijan Mickoski for a TV duel and the opposition’s party stance to let citizens act according […]

Thaci visits Macedonia and offers his support for the referendum


President of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci was in Skopje today where he called on the citizens of this country to support the referendum on the name. Thaci launched this appeal following a meeting that he had with the prime minister of the country, Zoran Zaev. “Kosovo supports your path of integration in the NATO and EU. […]

(Video) Zaev: This historic moment is bigger than us


We decide at the September 30 referendum. This historic moment is bigger than us, our parties, quarrels or personal interests. It is about our children’s future. Let’s all go out at the referendum for a European Macedonia, says Prime Minister Zoran Zaev in the video-message to citizens in light of the vote. “Independence and freedom. […]

Kosovo President Hashim Thaci to visit Macedonia on Wednesday


Kosovo President Hashim Thaci is arriving to Skopje on Wednesday for a meeting with Macedonian Prime Minister Zoran Zaev. A meeting of Kosovo and Macedonian delegations is also scheduled for tomorrow, the government said in a press release on Tuesday. After the talks, Thaci and Zaev will hold a press conference.

Wess Mitchel to visit Macedonia on September 13


Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Wess Mitchell will visit Macedonia on September 13. Assistant Secretary Mitchell will meet with PM Zoran Zaev and other senior officials to discuss U.S. support for the Prespa Agreement between Macedonia and Greece.

Zaev will address the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Thursday


Prime Minister Zoran Zaev will address the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Thursday morning. According to the statement published on the website of the European Parliament, the Macedonian Prime Minister is expected in his speech to emphasize the providing of “public and opposition support for changing the name and the next steps needed for Macedonia’s […]

Zaev: Relations with Russia can be improved in many areas


There is no evidence of direct interference by Russia or any country in the internal affairs of Macedonia. The views of friendly Russia, but also of other friendly countries, are well known. All together they are for the EU, but for NATO, Russia has a different attitude from the EU and the United States. This […]

Merkel’s adviser will be breathing in Zaev’s neck


Prime Minister Zoran Zaev announced the establishment of a German-Macedonian steering committee, which will decide on economic issues. “The news is that Chancellor Angela Merkel and I already confirmed the establishment of a steering committee for the economy. Why with Merkel? You know that apart from the domestic economy, we have a serious, biggest trade […]

‘Come out FOR European Macedonia’ referendum campaign starts


Under the name “United FOR European Macedonia,” the ruling parties, parties outside of parliament, and non-governmental organizations have come together to call on citizens to vote in the upcoming referendum and contribute towards securing Macedonia’s Euro-Atlantic future. Prime Minister Zoran Zaev, promoting the pro-referendum campaign titled “Come out FOR European Macedonia,” said it had brought […]

PM Zaev: United for European Macedonia coalition is open to all political parties


 Following Wednesday evening’s meeting of parties who support the name agreement with Greece and the referendum, Prime Minister and SDSM leader Zoran Zaev said he expects more supporters to join the ‘United for European Macedonia’ coalition. “The point of this coalition,” MP Zaev said on Thursday, “is to create a movement in support of the […]