Latest news in North Macedonia? September 11th, 2026
11-09-2026
Major Energy & Infrastructure Developments
- Financial Close on Major Wind Farm: Alcazar Energy Partners achieved financial close for the first phase (131.25 MW) of the planned 396 MW Štip wind farm. Representing an investment of approximately €180 million, supported by institutions including the EBRD and IFC, this marks North Macedonia’s first utility-scale private wind development operating without state subsidies. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski emphasized that expanding such domestic renewable capacities is central to achieving net energy independence. Balkan Green Energy News
- Regional Gas Integration: North Macedonia (via Nomagas) and Serbia formally joined the Vertical Gas Corridor initiative following an agreement signed in Thessaloniki, aimed at bolstering regional transit links and energy diversification across the Western Balkans. Logos Press
- High-Level NATO Visit: A delegation from NATO Joint Force Command Naples, headed by Commander Admiral George Wikoff, concluded meetings in Skopje with North Macedonia’s defense leadership and General Staff. Discussions focused on regional stability, modernization of the North Macedonian armed forces, and their operational contributions to alliance initiatives. www.bta.bg+ 1
- Foreign Direct Investment: German manufacturer WIK inaugurated a new €16 million industrial production facility in Prilep, continuing the expansion of the country’s manufacturing and export supply chains. SeeNews
- Financial Indicators: Fresh regulatory data reported moderate growth in mandatory and voluntary pension fund assets (up 1.5% month-on-month), alongside modest steady growth in July tourism and hospitality indicators.