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Former Greek and North Macedonia leaders discuss Prespa Agreement
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras spoke with former North Macedonia's Prime Minister Zoran Zaev over the phone to discuss the latest political developments in North Macedonia.
North Macedonia President claims right to use ‘Macedonia’ despite international backlash
Despite international community reactions, newly elected North Macedonia President Gordana Siljanovska Davkova insists she "has the right to use the name 'Macedonia.'"
North Macedonia bound by Prespa Agreement, Berlin says
Germany on Monday underscored North Macedonia's commitment to the Prespa Agreement under international law, urging the Balkan country to maintain its course toward EU membership.
Upholding Agreements: North Macedonia's Foreign Affairs Ministry Emphasizes Treaty Compliance
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia has urged the country's politicians, particularly elected state officials, to exercise caution in adhering to the Prespa Treaty signed with Greece in 2018, which altered the country's name and secured NATO membership.
Kasselakis accuses government of doublespeak on Prespa Agreement
Main opposition SYRIZA leader Stefanos Kasselakis on Monday accused the ruling conservatives of exploiting the contentious name deal between Greece and North Macedonia for political advantage.
Bulgaria's President and PM with a Firm Stance on North Macedonia: Uphold the Treaty Commitments!
Bulgaria stands firm in its refusal to accept any statements or actions from the Republic of North Macedonia that run counter to the 2017 Treaty of Friendship, Good-Neighbourliness and Cooperation, as well as other international agreements to which North Macedonia is a signatory.
Greek PM slams Siljanovska-Davkova’s ‘Macedonia’ reference
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has rebuked newly sworn-in North Macedonia President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova's reference to her country as "Macedonia" instead of its constitutional name "North Macedonia," warning that further violations of the name agreement signed between the two countries could jeopardize Skopje's ambitions for EU membership.
Greek Ambassador Storms Off: North Macedonia's President Takes Oath Without Mentioning Nation's Full Name
The newly inaugurated President of North Macedonia, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, upheld her campaign pledge during the swearing-in ceremony by refraining from using "North" in the country's name. This omission reflects her stance against the 2018 Prespa Treaty with Greece, which altered the country's name to facilitate NATO membership.
Von der Leyen rebukes use of ‘Macedonia’ by country’s new President
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen implicitly rebuked newly sworn-in North Macedonia President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova's reference to her country as "Macedonia" instead of its constitutional name "North Macedonia."
North Macedonia’s new president reignites a spat with Greece at her inauguration
Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova was sworn as the first female president of North Macedonia on Sunday and immediately reignited a diplomatic spat with neighboring Greece.
At the ceremony in the country's Parliament, Siljanovska-Davkova referred to her country as "Macedonia," rather than the constitutional name "North Macedonia"
Greece reacts to North Macedonian president’s swearing-in speech
The Greek Foreign Ministry has responded to the use of the word "Macedonia" newly sworn-in North Macedonia President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova.
North Macedonia President refers to country as ‘Macedonia’ during inauguration
Gordana Siljanovska was inaugurated as North Macedonia's president in a parliamentary session, where she referred to the country as "Macedonia," diverging from the official "North Macedonia" designation.
Greek Ambassador Sofia Philippidou left the session in protest, in line with Greece's Foreign Ministry directive.
Mitsotakis concerned over name of North Macedonia
In the wake of the nationalist VMRO electoral victory in North Macedonia, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Saturday that he is following with "concern some of the statements made by party officials" regarding their pledges not to honor the Prespes name agreement of 2018 that settled the dispute with Greece over the country's name.
Meteo warns of continued rain and thunderstorms
The National Meteorological Service Meteo has issued a warning for ongoing rain and thunderstorms across the nation on Friday.
Experimental school for training in tourism
The Joint Ministerial Decision to transform the School of Higher Tourism Education (SAEK) of Macedonia into the first nationwide Experimental School of Higher Vocational Training in Tourism under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism was signed by Deputy Minister of Tourism Elena Rapti in collaboration with Deputy Minister of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports Ioanna Lytrivi.