AGP Executive Report

Wildlife Research: North Macedonia is part of a new international effort to protect the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route to Africa, including work to reduce poisoning and make power lines safer. Clean Energy: Regional ministers say a new Serbia–North Macedonia gas link is due to begin construction, with the pipeline designed to carry hydrogen; completion is targeted for 2028. Archaeology: Excavations in North Macedonia uncovered a 2,600-year-old tomb with a gold mask and weapons, offering new clues about Iron Age elites. Further study is needed to identify who was buried there.

Wildlife Research: A new EU-backed project brings 15 organisations together to protect the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route, tackling poisoning, poaching and dangerous power lines. Energy Technology: North Macedonia and Serbia are moving ahead with a gas interconnector targeted for completion in early 2028. The link is designed to carry hydrogen and connect with a Greece–North Macedonia pipeline planned for 2027. Archaeology: A 2,600-year-old tomb discovered in North Macedonia contained a gold mask, weapons and other artefacts. Researchers say further study is needed to identify who was buried there. Heritage Science: Conservators used modern methods and materials to stabilise rare 12th-century frescoes at Kurbinovo’s Church of St George, completing restoration work on the Byzantine monument.

Heritage Science: Specialists completed conservation of the 1191 frescoes at St George’s Church in Kurbinovo, using scientific methods to assess and treat the paintings before handing the monument back to North Macedonia. The restoration is part of growing cultural cooperation with Greece and Albania. Archaeology: A 2,600-year-old tomb uncovered in North Macedonia contained a gold mask, weapons and other objects that may point to the burial of an elite warrior; further study is needed to identify its occupant. Energy Technology: North Macedonia’s planned gas link with Serbia is designed to carry hydrogen, with construction starting this week and completion targeted for 2028. Wildlife Conservation: A new EU-backed project brings 15 organizations together to protect the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route, including measures to reduce poisoning and make power lines safer.

Wildlife Research: A new EU-backed project will coordinate protection of the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route, tackling poisoning, illegal killing and electrocution on unsafe power lines. Heritage Conservation: A Greek-led team completed restoration of the 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s Byzantine Church of St George, using new technologies and materials to stabilize the paintings; North Macedonia plans to open the church to visitors. Archaeology: Excavations uncovered a 2,600-year-old burial in North Macedonia containing a gold mask and weapons, potentially belonging to an elite warrior; further study is needed to identify its occupant. Energy Technology: A planned Serbia–North Macedonia gas link is expected to begin construction, with completion targeted for 2028; North Macedonia’s connection to Greece is due in 2027, and the pipeline is designed to carry hydrogen. Jobs and Skills: A World Bank report says reforms to governance, private enterprise and workforce skills could lift North Macedonia’s annual growth to 3.8% by 2050, from a projected 2.4%, and support 53,000 additional jobs.

Wildlife Research: An EU-backed project launched on World Migratory Bird Day will coordinate protection of the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds, migration routes and African wintering areas, targeting poisoning, poaching and dangerous power lines. Prespa Heritage: Greece, Albania and North Macedonia are seeking UNESCO status for the region, known for its biodiversity and cultural history. The effort follows the restoration of rare 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s Byzantine church, using new conservation materials and techniques. Archaeology: Excavations in North Macedonia have uncovered a 2,600-year-old burial site with a gold mask, weapons and other finds that may point to an ancient warrior elite. Hydrogen-Ready Pipeline: Serbia says construction is starting on a gas link to North Macedonia, with completion targeted for early 2028; officials say it will be designed to carry hydrogen.

Wildlife Research: A new EU-backed project is coordinating protection for the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route, targeting poisoning, illegal killing and dangerous power lines. Heritage Technology: Conservators have completed work on the 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s Byzantine Church of St George, using new materials and techniques to stabilise the paintings; the monument is set to open to visitors. Archaeology: A 2,600-year-old tomb discovered in North Macedonia contained a gold mask, weapons and other finds that may point to a high-status warrior. Further study is needed to identify who was buried there.

Wildlife Research: A new EU-backed project is bringing 15 organisations together to protect the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan-to-Africa migration route, tackling threats including poisoning and dangerous power lines. Heritage Conservation: Greek and North Macedonian institutions have completed the restoration of rare 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s St George Church, using new technologies and materials to stabilise the paintings. Archaeology: Excavations in North Macedonia uncovered a 2,600-year-old tomb containing a gold mask, weapons and other objects, offering clues to Iron Age life and burial practices.

Wildlife Conservation: A new EU-backed project brings 15 organizations together to protect the endangered Egyptian vulture across its Balkan breeding grounds and migration route to Africa, targeting poisoning, poaching and dangerous power lines. Prespa Heritage: Greece, Albania and North Macedonia will seek UNESCO status for the region, while restoration of the 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s St George Church—using new materials and conservation techniques—has been completed. Archaeology: Researchers in North Macedonia uncovered a 2,600-year-old burial with a gold mask, weapons and other finds that may point to an elite warrior; further study is needed to identify who was buried there.

Conservation Technology: New methods and materials helped stabilize the rare 1191 frescoes at Kurbinovo’s St George Church. The completed restoration was handed over to North Macedonia’s cultural heritage authorities, which plan to open the site to visitors. Archaeology: A 2,600-year-old tomb unearthed in North Macedonia contained a gold mask, weapons and other finds linked to a prominent warrior. More research is needed to identify its occupant. Energy Infrastructure: Work is set to begin on a Serbia–North Macedonia gas interconnector, with the pipeline designed to carry hydrogen. It is part of a wider regional plan to connect gas routes through Greece and the Balkans.

Corridor VIII: A Sofia ministerial conference put North Macedonia’s unfinished rail link with Bulgaria in a wider discussion of European connectivity, security and new technologies. Archaeology: A 2,600-year-old tomb in North Macedonia yielded a gold mask, weapons and other artifacts; further study is needed to identify who was buried there. Energy Technology: Serbia says construction will start on a gas connection to North Macedonia, with the link designed to carry hydrogen and connect to a planned route to Greece. Smart TVs: SkyShowtime launched on Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp TVs across 22 European markets, including North Macedonia.

Regional Research: A two-year project involving architecture faculties in Skopje, Belgrade, Podgorica and Tirana has produced a book examining how design can shape the future of Balkan cities. Archaeology: Excavations in North Macedonia uncovered a 2,600-year-old elite burial site containing a gold mask, weapons and other artifacts; researchers say further study is needed to identify its occupant. Energy Technology: North Macedonia’s planned gas link with Serbia is designed to carry hydrogen, alongside natural gas. Construction is expected to begin this week, with completion targeted for 2028. Smart TVs: SkyShowtime is now available on Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp televisions in North Macedonia and 21 other European markets.

Urban Research: A two-year project involving architecture faculties in Skopje, Belgrade, Podgorica and Tirana has produced a book examining how design can shape the future of Balkan cities. Archaeology: Excavations in North Macedonia uncovered a 2,600-year-old elite burial with a gold mask, weapons and other artifacts; further study is needed to identify who was buried there. Energy Technology: North Macedonia joined regional plans for a new gas interconnection with Serbia, with construction set to begin next week. The pipeline is designed to carry hydrogen, and the country’s link with Greece is targeted for completion in 2027. Smart TVs: SkyShowtime is now available on Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp TVs in North Macedonia and 21 other European markets.

Research: North Macedonian researchers are joining colleagues from four countries at an international archaeology conference in Sandanski, Bulgaria, running October 8–11 and focused on the Middle Struma region. Smart TVs: SkyShowtime has launched on Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp TVs across 22 European markets, including North Macedonia. Energy Engineering: Serbia says construction will begin next week on a gas interconnector with North Macedonia, targeted for completion in early 2028. The link is part of a regional corridor and is designed to carry hydrogen. Skills and Jobs: A World Bank report says reforms to governance, private enterprise and workforce skills could lift North Macedonia’s annual growth to 3.8% by 2050 and support 53,000 additional jobs.

Energy Infrastructure: North Macedonia and Serbia agreed to advance a gas interconnector, with construction expected to start next week and completion targeted for 2028. The link will connect to a Greece–North Macedonia pipeline planned for 2027; North Macedonia’s energy minister said its infrastructure will be designed to carry hydrogen. Consumer Tech: SkyShowtime is now available on Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp smart TVs in North Macedonia, as part of a rollout across 22 European markets. Regional Research: Researchers from North Macedonia will join colleagues from four countries at an international archaeology conference in Bulgaria’s Middle Struma region, scheduled for October 8–11.

EU Enlargement Prep: The European Commission adopted a pre-enlargement package outlining reforms to ready EU governance, policies, and budgets for future members, with added safeguards tied to rule of law. Defence Integration: In the same enlargement push, the EU proposes gradually bringing candidate countries into defence programmes and structures, using tools like SAFE loans and the European Defence Industry Programme, with Ukraine’s drone and cyber experience highlighted. AMR Lab Capacity Focus: An EU-led assessment mission is set to review Albania’s antimicrobial resistance situation, including surveillance and laboratory capacity, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection control across human and animal health. Local Tech & Media Access: Titan OS-powered Philips and Sharp smart TVs across 22 European markets (including North Macedonia) now carry the SkyShowtime app, expanding streaming access from TV home screens. North Macedonia Growth & Jobs: A World Bank report says targeted reforms could lift North Macedonia’s growth and create tens of thousands of jobs, especially by improving governance, private enterprise, and workforce skills. Health Scam Alert: Greek authorities investigated a Thessaloniki clinic accused of offering costly “electrical energy” cancer treatment, linked to a Skopje-based company.

Streaming on Smart TVs: Titan OS says SkyShowtime is now available on Philips and Sharp smart TVs across 22 European markets, including North Macedonia, bringing direct home-screen access to the service. Jobs & Growth: A World Bank Group report urges North Macedonia to speed up reforms in governance, private enterprise and workforce skills; it projects growth could rise to 3.8% by 2050 and add 53,000 jobs if reforms land. EU Health Security: An EU-led assessment mission will review Albania’s antimicrobial resistance systems, with visits to hospitals, labs and food/vet bodies—relevant for regional lab capacity and surveillance lessons. Local Tech/Business: Evolution Dome appoints Cyber Event as its official Romania distributor, expanding temporary structure deployments into North Macedonia and other Balkan markets. Policy & Media Rights: EFJ and partners call for a stronger anti-SLAPP framework in Albania, pushing safeguards like early dismissal and protection for public-interest participation. Controversial Cancer Claims: A Greek prosecutor intervenes after complaints about a Thessaloniki practice allegedly offering electrical-energy “cancer cell” treatments, reportedly linked to a Skopje-founded company. Regional Tech/Space Access: A leaked EU plan proposes “gradual integration” into the single market for candidates, tied to foreign-policy alignment and restrictions on transfers of key technologies like AI, biotech and space tech. North Macedonia in US Lobbying: US FARA records show Skopje-based ATS Group DOOEL tied to Mercury Public Affairs under a $1.56M contract for US government relations and lobbying.