Publications

Presidential and parliamentary elections in North Macedonia: victory for the opposition VMRO-DPMNE

VMRO-DPMNE returns to government after seven years

This may in the Republic of North Macedonia presidential- and parliamentary elections took place. The EPP-party VMRO-DPMNE could celebrate an outstanding victory in both elections. The president of VMRO-DPMNE Hristijan Mickoski becomes new primeminister and Gordana Siljanovska Davkova was elected as first woman as president of the country. The main topics of the elections were the dysfunctionality of the state, corruption and the dramatic situation in the healthcare and education system. The EU accession was not an important topic during the electoral campaigns. The ruling social democrats suffered a devastating defeat. The future government will be coalition of VMRO-DPMNE, Albania opposition alliance and the small party ZNAM of former social democrats. The new government will face a lot of challenges in the country but also on international level. The unsolved identity issues with Bulgaria and new discussions about the Prespes-agreement may continue to obstacle the path towards EU. The new government has to act wisely and less emotionally. Indeed at the moment there are more opposite moves. Domestically the new government will focus on economic development and attract foreign investments.

Regional Summer School 2024

Society and Religion: Ethnic Groups, Identity and Nationalism

The Regional Summer School 2024, titled "Society and Religion: Ethnic Groups, Identity and Nationalism" was held between 17. -20. June 2024 in Skopje, North Macedonia. The event gathered 20 students from South-East Europe, aiming to explore various societal and religious issues through a series of lectures and study visits.

Europe Day 2024

Celebration of Europe Day – 9 May

On 04 June 2024 the event dedicated to the celebration of Europe Day – 9 May was organized by the European Movement of North Macedonia and Konrad Adenauer Foundation. After the welcoming addresses, a panel discussion on the topic "The European Union as a challenge and the challenges of the EU: Europe 74 years since the Schuman Declaration" was held.

Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst: Is North Macedonia Vulnerable to Economic Pressure by the People’s Republic of China?

Analysis

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Association for strategy development, research, education and promotion of international values ESTIMA published a joint policy paper on “Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst: Is North Macedonia Vulnerable to Economic Pressure by the People’s Republic of China?”.

Handbook on 2024 Parliamentary Elections in the Republic of North Macedonia

First edition

Traditionally, since 2013, every election year, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Office in Skopje (KAS) and the Institute for Democracy “Societas Civilis” from Skopje (IDSCS) prepare handbooks for the electoral processes in the country.

Handbook on 2024 Presidential Elections in the Republic of North Macedonia

First edition

Traditionally, since 2013, every election year, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Office in Skopje (KAS) and the Institute for Democracy “Societas Civilis” from Skopje (IDSCS) prepare handbooks for the electoral processes in the country.

NajGLASni! - annual award for high school participation

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Association Leaders for Education, Activism and Development with the support of the Union of High School Students and the Agency for Sport and Youth, as active supporters and promoters of student participation over the past years, are third year in a row giving the award for high school participation, in recognition of the activity and work of these student bodies aimed at improving the position of students in their schools, as well as their involvement in the school processes.

Strategic planning for political change 2024

Workshop

Within the framework of the excellent cooperation, KAS and Party Research and Analytical Centre "Ljubisa Georgievski” organized a three-day event intended for the top leadership of VMRO-DPMNE and the members of the Executive Committee, with the aim of discussions and strategic planning for the activities of VMRO-DPMNE in the upcoming period. The event took place from 23 to 25 February in Veles. This event also included expert presentations by numerous domestic and foreign politicians, as well as experts from the practice.

Clean air basic human right or unattainable obligations for municipalities in North Macedonia

Analysis

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Center for Legal Research and Analysis have jointly published the analysis "Clean air - basic human right or unattainable obligations for municipalities in North Macedonia".

Strengthening the capacities of the MPs

Successful strategies and challenges

Based on the excellent continuous cooperation, KAS and Party Research and Analytical Centre "Ljubisa Georgievski” organized a training seminar intended for the MP group of VMRO-DPMNE, with the aim of advanced training to improve communication skills with the public, openness and transparency. The event took place from 16 to 18 February in Ohrid. This event also included expert presentations by numerous domestic and foreign politicians, as well as experts from practice.