Macedonian Energy Forum 2019
Chargé d ’affairs Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm spoke at the opening of the Macedonian Energy Forum 2019. Click here to read her remarks. Read More»
U.S. Embassy statement on North Macedonia’s presidential elections
The U.S. Embassy commends the citizens of North Macedonia who exercised their right to vote in the 2019 presidential elections. We congratulate Stevo Pendarovski on his election and look forward to working with him, the government, and all political parties to advance North Macedonia’s future in NATO and the EU. We welcome OSCE/ODIHR’s preliminary conclusions ... Read More»
Chargé d’affaires Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm’s Remarks at the Judiciary Day Conference
Remarks at Closing of MJA Conference “Towards a European Judiciary: Preconditions and Challenges” March 29, 2019 Minister Deskoska, Judge Saiti, Ambassador Koja, Ambassador Plomp, distinguished judges and guests, thank you for inviting me to speak today. I am honored to celebrate Judiciary Day with all of you. In any democracy, the judiciary plays a vital ... Read More»
Women in Security Discussion: “Things have changed and continue to change.”
Traditionally, women have been underrepresented and even excluded from working in the security sector. As many of the women in our embassy work in this field, we were pleased to host a discussion about women in security on March 25. Three women who are security experts shared their daily efforts to break down barriers and ... Read More»
![U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivers remarks on the release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, in the Press Briefing Room, at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on March 13, 2019. [State Department photo by Michael Gross/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/249/750x450Secretary-Pompeo-Delivers-Remarks-on-the-Release-of-the-2018-Country-Reports-on-Human-Rights-Practices.png "Secretary Pompeo Delivers Remarks on the Release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices")
2018 Human Rights Reports
Secretary Pompeo (Mar. 13, 2019): “The protection of human rights is central to U.S. foreign policy and to our American values. As we release the 43rd Human Rights Reports detailing the human rights practices of nearly 200 countries, we reaffirm our commitment to these fundamental freedoms.” Remarks» | Section related to North Macedonia » Read More»
Ambassador Reeker, Civilian Deputy to the EUCOM Commander, remarks at the Balkans 360 Conference
Ambassador Philip Reeker’s Keynote Remarks at the “Balkans 360: Economic Development and Regional Relations in Southeast Europe” Conference Skopje, North Macedonia March 4, 2019 Thank you all for inviting me here today. Thank you Deputy Prime Minister. It’s not only great to share – [inaudible] – with you, but also to hear your wise words, and I ... Read More»
Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Call With Prime Minister of North Macedonia Zoran Zaev
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 19, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan spoke today with Prime Minister Zoran Zaev and congratulated him on implementation of the historic Prespa Agreement. The Deputy Secretary commended the Prime Minister for his strong leadership in ... Read More»
Central EuropeanTech Innovation & Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program
A Program for Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Slovenia, and the United States “Travel to the US and gain experience in technology and entrepreneurship! The U.S. Department of State , along with WorldChicago , has introduced dozens of international Tech and Entrepreneurship leaders to the city’s thriving ecosystem through the Professional Fellows Program. The overall goal of the program is for the ... Read More»
The Fulbright Student Competition for the 2020-2021 Academic Year Is Now Open
Application for the Fulbright Student Program in the United States (Visiting Student Researchers and Master’s Degree) Please read all instructions and information carefully before completing. Application Deadline: MAY 31, 2019 This is a joint program of the U.S. Department of State and the Government of Macedonia. Eligibility Requirements Completed university degree (undergraduate), or enrollment in ... Read More»
The 2019 Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship Program
The Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship is a flagship young European leaders program of the U.S. Department of State that is supported in its im-plementation by the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF). The 2019 Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship Program application period opens on November 15, 2018 and closes on January 4, 2019 at 5:00EST. During ... Read More»
Remarks at Saints Cyril and Methodius University
Remarks John J. Sullivan Deputy Secretary of State Skopje, Macedonia December 18, 2018 DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you, Dr. Jankulovski, for that kind introduction and I apologize for my premature entrance onto the stage. Good afternoon everyone. I am delighted to be here in Skopje today, and I am especially honored to be at the ... Read More»
Press Availability With Prime Minister Zaev
Press Availability John J. Sullivan Deputy Secretary of State Skopje, Macedonia December 18, 2018 DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you for that kind introduction, Prime Minister. It is a great honor to be here with you today. I have had already a fruitful visit to Macedonia. I have had the honor of meeting several government officials. As ... Read More»
Remarks for Macedonia Bar Association Conference in Support of International Human Rights Day
Monday, December 10, 2018 Ambassador Jess L. Baily Madam Minister of Justice, Mr. President of the Macedonia Bar Association, distinguished judges, and members of the bar, thank you for inviting me to join you. Today we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, drafted in response to the horrors perpetrated during ... Read More»
The 2019-2020 Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) is open now!
The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It is a fully-funded scholarship for one semester of non-degree academic study at an assigned U.S. college or university. Participants are emerging leaders committed to their home communities. During the Program, Global UGRAD participants ... Read More»
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2019
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy, Skopje, Macedonia Summary: The U.S. Embassy in Skopje and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2019 call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. The Fund was established to help countries preserve their cultural heritage and ... Read More»
Read Assistant Secretary A. Wess Mitchell’s letter to VMRO-DPMNE Leader Hristijan Mickoski, October 16, 2018
Ambassador Baily Q&A with Media after OSCE/ODIHR Press Conference
Ambassador Baily Q&A with Media after OSCE/ODIHR Press Conference October 1, 2018 Q: [unintelligible about the referendum] Ambassador Baily: As you know, the United States put out a statement last night where we welcomed the result of the consultative referendum in which a strong number of citizens came out in support of Macedonia’s path forward ... Read More»
Macedonia’s Referendum on the Prespa Agreement
Press Statement Heather Nauert, Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 30, 2018 The United States welcomes the results of the Republic of Macedonia’s September 30 referendum, in which citizens expressed their support for NATO and European Union (EU) membership by accepting the Prespa Agreement between Macedonia and Greece. The United States strongly supports the Agreement’s full implementation, ... Read More»
Outlaw Regime: A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities
September 25, 2018 Secretary Pompeo released the State Department’s report detailing the magnitude of the Iranian regime’s destructive behavior at home and abroad. The report covers Iran’s support for terrorism, its missile program, illicit financial activities, threats to maritime security and cybersecurity, human rights abuses, as well as environmental exploitation. Download the report» Confronting Iran: The Trump Administration’s Strategy» Read More»
Readout of the Vice President’s Meeting with Prime Minister Zoran Zaev of the Republic of Macedonia
The White House September 20, 2018 Vice President Mike Pence met today with Prime Minister Zoran Zaev of the Republic of Macedonia to congratulate him on the historic Prespa Agreement with Greece to resolve the long-standing name issue between the two countries and to thank him for his leadership in securing the agreement. The Vice President ... Read More»
Country Reports on Terrorism 2017
Sept. 19: Country Reports on Terrorism 2017 provides a more detailed review of last year’s successes and challenges so we can consider how to strengthen our counter-terrorism efforts going forward. As we look to the rest of 2018 and beyond, the U.S. remains committed to working with our allies and partners to confront the shared threat of global terrorism. … Section related to Macedonia ... Read More»
The 2019 Community Solutions Program
The application deadline is Wednesday, October 31, 2018 The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders working on issues related to the environment, tolerance and conflict resolution, transparency and accountability, and women and gender. Community Solutions is a year-long program that includes a four-month fellowship at ... Read More»
U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis’s Statement to the Press
Skopje, September 17, 2018 Thank you ladies and gentlemen, Prime Minister Zaev, thank you very much for hosting my first trip to Macedonia as the Secretary of Defense. It has been a pleasure to meet with you and Minister Shekerinska here and to have our discussions at a time of unique opportunity for your country. ... Read More»
A/S Mitchell Press Walk-Out, September 13, 2018
A/S Mitchell: I would like to thank PM Zaev for his hospitality. It’s a joy to be back in Macedonia. I have had very productive conversations today with the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Dimitrov, VMRO President Mickoski, other Members of Parliament, the Speaker of your Parliament, heard from Macedonians from the business community and civil ... Read More»
Message of Congratulation from President Trump to President Ivanov on Macedonia’s Independence Day
Dear Mr. President: On behalf of the American people, I congratulate you and the citizens of Macedonia on the occasion of your Independence Day on September 8. Macedonia has much to be proud of this year. The historic Prespa Agreement resolves the long-standing name issue with Greece and paves the way for Macedonia’s membership ... Read More»
ACTING DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE VISITS MACEDONIA
July 31, 2018 Matthew Palmer, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, will visit the Republic of Macedonia August 1-3 to express U.S. support for the country’s conclusion of the Prespa Agreement with Greece and the country’s progress toward NATO and EU membership. Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary Palmer will meet with ... Read More»
Remarks for Independence Day Reception
Ambassador Jess L. Baily July 3, 2018 Dobro vecer, mirembrema, good evening. Prime Minister Zaev, deputy prime ministers, ministers, members of parliament, mayors, colleagues in the diplomatic corps, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure and an honor for Capie and me to welcome all of to the Embassy tonight to celebrate Independence Day with ... Read More»
2018 Trafficking in Persons Report
Secretary Pompeo (June 28): “This year’s TIP Report highlights the critical work of local communities to stop traffickers and provide support to victims. Human trafficking is a global problem, but it’s a local one too.” Full Text» | Report» | Section related to Macedonia » Read More»
Agreement on Macedonia Name Issue
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 12, 2018 The United States congratulates Prime Ministers Alexis Tsipras and Zoran Zaev and welcomes the historic agreement to resolve the name dispute. This resolution will benefit both countries and bolster regional security and prosperity. Prime Ministers Zaev and Tsipras demonstrated vision, courage, and persistence in ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the Macedonia Energy Forum 2018
Building Blocks for Speech at the Macedonia Energy Forum 2018 Ambassador Jess L. Baily Thursday, June 7, 10:30 Thank you very much Mr. Deputy Prime Minister for those remarks. I’d like to thank our co-organizer of this event, General Manager of ELEM Mr. Minovski, all the people who put this together, all the panelists who ... Read More»
Remarks by Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Second International Conference Women In Energy 2018
Speech by Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm, Deputy Chief of Mission Second International Conference Women In Energy 2018 Monday, June 4, 12:30 Minister Carovska, Minister Apostolska, Professor Spasevska, Stefan, ladies and gentlemen, thank you for inviting me to speak at the opening of this Women in Energy conference. It is my sincere pleasure to be with you once ... Read More»
![U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo delivers remarks on the release of the 2017 International Religious Freedom Report, at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on May 29, 2018. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/249/750x450Secretary-Pompeo-on-the-2017-International-Religious-Freedom-Report.jpg "U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo delivers remarks on the release of the 2017 International Religious Freedom Report, at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on May 29, 2018. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]")
2017 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
Secretary Pompeo (May 29): “The release of the 2017 International Religious Freedom Report is critical to our mission to defend religious liberty…It documents, across 200 countries and territories, reports of violations and abuses committed by governments, terrorist groups, and individuals so that we may work together to solve them. .. More » | [ Section related to Macedonia /( PDF ... Read More»
Fulbright Program Competition for the 2019 – 2020 Academic Year is Now Open
The Application for the Fulbright Scholar Program (Post-Doctoral) in the United States (NON-DEGREE) DEADLINE: November 1, 2018 This is a joint program of the U.S. Department of State and the Government of Macedonia. The flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Government, widely known as the Fulbright Program, is designed to increase mutual understanding between the ... Read More»
Mattis, Macedonian Defense Minister Reaffirm Defense Relationship
Washington (May 1, 2018); Defense Secretary James N. Mattis met with Macedonian Defense Minister Radmila Shekerinska at the Pentagon to reaffirm the strong defense relationship between the U.S. and Macedonia, … more . Read More»
2017 Human Rights Reports
Apr. 20: Promoting and defending human rights and fundamental freedoms are central to who we are as a country. The 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices document the status of human rights and worker rights in nearly 200 countries and territories. … Section related to Macedonia . Read More»
The Hubert H. Humphrey Competition for the 2019-2020 Academic Year is Now Open
EDUCATIONAL EXCHANGE U.S. GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships Program The Hubert H. Humphrey Competition for the 2019-2020 Academic Year is Now Open The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program brings accomplished young and mid-level professionals to the United States for a year of combined academic (NON-DEGREE) and professional work. Fellows are selected based on potential ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the “Day of Judiciary” conference
Thank you for inviting me to participate in this event today. One of my first events in Macedonia concerned the rule of law, and it has remained a focus of my time here. Few things are more important in Macedonia than supporting a more transparent, accountable system that respects the independence of the judiciary. This ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the NATO Day panel discussion “NATO and You”
(as prepared) Ambassador Jess L. Baily, (April 4, 2018): It is a pleasure to be here again to mark NATO Day with so many friends and colleagues. This is actually my fourth time on this panel. As I was thinking about this year’s event, what stands out is how different the discussion around NATO is ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at USAID’s Leadership Conference “Macedonia’s Journey from Development to Self-Reliance”
Thank you very much for coming out today and for letting an old guy end this conference and share a few thoughts that I think fit in with the overall theme. As several of my colleagues have mentioned today, USAID is celebrating its 25th anniversary in Macedonia . Over the last several months on social media, you’ve been able to see information and ... Read More»
Assistant Secretary Wess Mitchell Statement and Q&A
March 13, Skopje Thank you Prime Minister. I want to express my gratitude for Prime Minister Zaev’s hospitality and having me here today. I am happy to be in Macedonia on my first trip to the Balkans in this role. We had a very good discussion today. We talked about Greece’s relationship with Macedonia and ... Read More»
Central EuropeanTech Innovation & Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program
A Program for Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Slovenia, and the United States Do you want to travel to the United States and gain experience in technology and entrepreneurship? The U.S. Department of State , along with WorldChicago , has introduced dozens of international Tech and Entrepreneurship leaders to the city’s thriving ecosystem through the Professional Fellows Program. 16 new fellows from ... Read More»
Today, (February 27, 2018) the Embassy will open on a one hour delay
Due to snow conditions, the Embassy will open on a one hour delay. Visa applicants should arrive one hour after their scheduled appointment time. American citizens needing assistance will be allowed to enter, but there may be a delay in receiving services this morning. Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the Conference of the Parliamentary Committees on European Integration
Monday, February 26, 2018 at 12:00 (as delivered) Thank you very much Mr. President. It is a great pleasure to be here. Ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of the European Parliament, fellow diplomats, ladies and gentlemen, members of the civil society and, of course, the media. I guess perhaps I am the only non-European today, ... Read More»
“Corruption – an Imminent Threat to Human Rights”
Speech of Ambassador Jess Baily at Law Faculty, University of Cyril and Methodius Skopje, December 11, 2017 Prime Minister Zaev, Mr. Ahmeti, Dr. Taravari, Mr. Silegov, my colleague Louisa Vinton, Professor Kalajdziev, and all the members of the Helsinki Committee staff, thank you very much for organizing this event and being here today. It’s a great honor ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily Anti-Corruption Speech at UKLO Faculty of Security
December 4, 2017 Mr. Dean, thank you so much for that welcome and thank you all for being here- faculty members and most of all students. I’d like to begin by congratulating this faculty for its 40th anniversary in preparing students and advancing knowledge about security issues, and helping develop the professional capabilities of the ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the Countering Violent Extremism tabletop exercise
Prime Minister Zaev, Ambassador Suomalainen, Coordinator Petrevski, distinguished guests, international experts, and participants – It’s an honor to speak with you today. I would like to start off by thanking all those who have worked so hard to make this great event possible: Richard Prosen from the Partnership for Peace Consortium and his colleagues; Borche ... Read More»
“Capture Corruption” Regional Competition
An annual student regional anti-corruption competition (sponsored by the U.S. Departments of State and Justice and the U.S. Embassies in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia) will be conducted to encourage the Balkan student population to develop public awareness campaigns that advocate for intolerance and rejection of corruption. The students will ... Read More»
The 2018-19 Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD)
The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It is a fully-funded scholarship for one semester of non-degree academic study at an assigned U.S. college or university. Participants are emerging leaders committed to their home communities. During the Program, Global UGRAD participants ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on October 2017 Municipal Elections
October 31, 2017 The U.S. Embassy commends the citizens of Macedonia who exercised their right to vote in the October 2017 municipal elections. We welcome OSCE/ODIHR’s preliminary conclusions that the elections were competitive and that respect for fundamental freedoms contributed towards a democratic process. These findings are consistent with what the U.S. Embassy teams observed ... Read More»
Call for Applications: Study of the United States Institutes, FY-18
The Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) is sponsored by the United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and administered by the U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Macedonia. Application deadline: December 15, 2017. Application Form [pdf 85kb] INSTITUTE DESCRIPTION: Study of the U.S. Institutes are intensive post-graduate level academic programs ... Read More»
2019 Diversity Visa Program Entry Update:
Due to technical issues on https://dvlottery.state.gov/ , the registration period for Diversity Visas 2019 is now being restarted. If you entered before Wednesday, October 18, 2017, that entry is invalid, and you will need to submit one new entry during the new registration period. If you registered before October 18, you will receive an email from the ... Read More»
The Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Summer Institute 2018 (Deadline: December 31, 2017)
The U.S. Department of State is offering scholarships for students from Macedonia to attend the 2018 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute. The Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute is an intensive short-term exchange program whose purpose is to foster relationships among young Europeans and Americans to build strong linkages and an awareness of shared ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on the October 15 Local Elections
The upcoming October 15 local elections are important for Macedonia’s future as a prosperous, stable democracy fully integrated in Euro-Atlantic institutions. We encourage all citizens to exercise their right to vote and to express their views on issues within their communities and to reaffirm their commitment to democratic values and the rule of law. We ... Read More»
2019 Diversity Visa Program
October 2, 2017 Diversity Visa-2019 opens for electronic entries at noon, Eastern Daylight Time, Tuesday, October 3, 2017, and closes at noon, Eastern Standard Time, Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Applicants can access the electronic DV entry form (E-DV) at the official website www.dvlottery.state.gov , which has complete instructions. There is no fee to enter the program. ... Read More»
2017 Fiscal Transparency Report
On September 12, the State Department released the 2017 Fiscal Transparency Report , which found that 73 of 141 governments reviewed by the Department met minimum requirements of fiscal transparency. More» | Section related to Macedonia . Read More»
Macedonia National Day, Remarks by Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson: September 7, 2017
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC September 7, 2017 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am pleased to extend our best wishes to the people of Macedonia as you mark 26 years of independence. The United States is proud to be Macedonia’s friend and strategic ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the MFA and Marshall Center NATO Conference
Ambassador Remarks: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Marshall Center Conference “Republic of Macedonia Towards Fully-fledged NATO Membership” August 30, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., Ministry of Foreign Affairs As prepared Good morning, Ambassador Memedi, Minister Dimitrov, Ambassador Gerberich, and distinguished guests. It is a pleasure for me to join the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ... Read More»
![U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson delivers remarks on the 2016 International Religious Freedom Annual Report, at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on August 15, 2017. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/249/2017/08/750x450Secretary-of-State-Rex-Tillerson-delivers-remarks-on-the-2016.jpg "750x450Secretary of State Rex Tillerson delivers remarks on the 2016")
International Religious Freedom Report for 2016
Aug. 15: Secretary of State Rex Tillerson released the 2016 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom. The Report describes the status of religious freedom in 199 countries worldwide. The report covers government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies to promote religious freedom around the world. The ... Read More»
Sharing American art in embassies
The idea of Art in Embassies, is to feature works of art “that in some way, particular to that artist, are emblematic of what America is like.” – Robert Storr, Chairman of FAPE’s Professional Fine Arts Committee and Dean of the Yale School of Art. Art in Embassies, started nearly 60 years ago, remains a ... Read More»
Remarks by the Vice President at the Adriatic Charter Summit
The Vice President: “The Adriatic Charter itself is a testament to the United States’ commitment to the Western Balkans, and to Europe as a whole.” … more . Read More»
Bulgaria and Macedonia Sign Treaty of Friendship
Press Statement: Heather Nauert, Department Spokesperson Washington, DC | August 1, 2017 The United States congratulates Bulgaria and Macedonia on the signing of the Treaty of Friendship, Good-neighborliness and Cooperation. This important, forward-looking agreement recognizes the already strong ties between the two countries and opens the door to even closer cooperation going forward in areas as diverse as ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily Statement at Dragoon Guardian 2017 Observation Day
Krivolak Training Area July 31, 2017 We’ve just been out here seeing our military partnership in action. We’ve seen American soldiers and Macedonian soldiers working together on two specific tasks for engineers. In any of our military operations, engineering is a critical component. This is proving that our soldiers together are up to the task. ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at Dragoon Guardian 17 Welcome Ceremony
Ambassador Remarks: Dragoon Guardian 17 Welcome Ceremony July 28, 2017 at 2:00 p.m., Kumanovo Thank you, Mayor Damjanovski It is great to be here today in Kumanovo with you, Minister of Defense Shekerinska, and General Mileski to welcome Lt. Colonel Himes and the Engineer Squadron from U.S. Army Europe’s 2nd Calvary Regiment and launch the ... Read More»
U.S Embassy Statement, July 27, 2017
The U.S. Embassies in Bulgaria and Macedonia welcome the approval of the draft Bulgaria-Macedonia friendship agreement. The agreement acknowledges the close ties between the countries and celebrates a will by both sides to enhance cooperation in the interest of their citizens. Such engagement sets an encouraging example for resolving issues between neighbors and enhances political ... Read More»
Country Reports on Terrorism 2016
The annual Country Report on Terrorism for 2016 has been released. The report highlights the threat that international terrorism poses to world stability and security. The “Country Reports on Terrorism 2016” is available in PDF format – as a complete one-piece file and in HTML formats . Macedonia has been a partner with U.S. in counterterrorism efforts, demonstrating its strong commitment to the Global Coalition to ... Read More»
Readout of the Vice President’s Call with Prime Minister of Macedonia Zoran Zaev
The White House Office of the Vice President For Immediate Release July 10, 2017 The Vice President called Prime Minister of Macedonia Zoran Zaev today. On behalf of President Trump, the Vice President congratulated Zaev on his May 31 assumption of the role of Prime Minister. The Vice President underscored continued U.S. support for Macedonia’s ... Read More»
Remarks for Independence Day Reception
Ambassador Jess L. Baily June 29, 2017 Dobro vecer, mirembrema, good evening. Prime Minister Zaev, Speaker Xhaferi, ministers, members of parliament, fellow members of the diplomatic corps, ladies and gentlemen, It is a pleasure and an honor for me and Capie to welcome everyone to the U.S. Embassy tonight to celebrate the 241st anniversary of ... Read More»
Trafficking in Persons Report 2017
“Human trafficking is one of the most tragic human rights issues of our time. It splinters families, distorts global markets, undermines the rule of law, and spurs other transnational criminal activity. It threatens public safety and national security. But worst of all, the crime robs human beings of their freedom and their dignity. That’s why ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s remarks at the opening of the USAID’s Migrant and Refugee Human Rights Protection Project
Thank you, Boris. Esteemed guests. I am pleased to be here with you today to recognize World Refugee Day and to open the USAID-funded Migrant and Refugee Human Rights Protection Project’s Humanitarian Art Bazaar. I would like to thank the Macedonian Young Lawyers Association and Open Gate – La Strada for organizing this event. And ... Read More»
Statement of Congratulations to New Government in Macedonia
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC May 31, 2017 The United States congratulates Prime Minister Zoran Zaev and the parliamentary majority on the formation of a new government in Macedonia. As a friend and partner of Macedonia, the United States looks forward to working with the new government as it strives to fulfill ... Read More»
United States Welcomes Mandate for New Government in Macedonia
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC May 18, 2017 The United States welcomes the decision of Macedonian President Gjorge Ivanov to give the mandate to form a government to Mr. Zoran Zaev. This decision represents an important step forward for Macedonian democracy and the people of Macedonia. We look forward to working with ... Read More»
Chargé d’Affairs Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm comments on the mandate to form the government
It is a great thing for Macedonia and the people of Macedonia that the government formation process is moving on to the next phase and that we are in sight of seeing a new government formed. It is also important to note that President Ivanov and the leaders of the majority coalition parties found a ... Read More»
2017 SelectUSA Investment Summit: Registration is Open!
Save the date for the 2017 SelectUSA Summit, from June 18-20, 2017 in Washington, DC. Registration is OPEN! Further information is available on the SelectUSA Summit website . We’re thrilled to announce that registration is open for the fourth SelectUSA Investment Summit in the Washington, DC area on June 18-20, 2017! If you represent a business and you are ... Read More»
Delegation of U.S. House of Representatives Visits Macedonia, May 11, 2017
A delegation of Representatives from the United States Congress visited Macedonia May 11 as part of a regional visit to discuss a variety of issues, including the Balkan region’s democratic political climate and economic growth. The bi-partisan delegation, led by Representative Bob Goodlatte, chairman of the Judiciary Committee, met with Speaker of Parliament Talat Xhaferi, ... Read More»
Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Hoyt Yee Press Availability
May 1, 2017 Hello, so sorry to keep you waiting. I’ve had a full day of very constructive meetings. And it’s been about a year since I was here last. It’s always wonderful to be back in Macedonia. I’ve been visiting your beautiful country since March of 1997, and I’m very happy to say that ... Read More»
Joint statement on yesterday’s incidents at the Parliament
Joint statement of the Heads of EU Delegation, US Embassy, OSCE Mission and NATO Liaison Office in Skopje on yesterday’s incidents at the Parliament Skopje, 28 April 2017 Today, we met to discuss yesterday’s very serious incidents at the Parliament and review the security situation. We condemn in the strongest possible terms the organised attack on the ... Read More»
Violence in Macedonian Parliament
The United States strongly condemns the violent attacks on members of the Macedonian parliament which followed the election of Talat Xhaferi as Speaker of Parliament. We will work with the new Speaker to support democracy and to help Macedonia move forward on its European path. The United States strongly condemns the violent attacks on members ... Read More»
Statement from the U.S. Embassy in response to tonight’s events
We condemn the violence in Parliament in the strongest terms. It is not consistent with democracy and is not an acceptable way to resolve differences. It is critical all parties respect democratic processes and the law, and refrain from violent actions which exacerbate the situation. A majority of MPs elected Talaat Xhaferi as Speaker of ... Read More»
Earth Day Photo Challenge 2017
Do you celebrate Earth Day at school? Does your community have an action plan to take better care of our planet? We want you to show us why Earth Day is important to you. It may be a place in nature that needs cleaning, a park you enjoy on weekends, or any way you interpret ... Read More»
Ambassador Baily’s Statement at USAID Interethnic Integration in Education Project Closing
This is a really fantastic event. I think anybody looking around this room and seeing all these students, teachers, parents, mayors would agree. I am grateful for the Minister to be here today; you can see what an important project this has been for Macedonia over the last five years; but also, it is a ... Read More»
Government Formation Progress in Macedonia
Press Statement Mark C. Toner Acting Spokesperson Washington, DC February 28, 2017 Together with our NATO allies and EU partners, the United States has been closely following the process of government formation in Macedonia triggered by the December 11, 2016 parliamentary elections. The United States calls on Macedonia’s leaders to form a new government without further ... Read More»
President Donald J. Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress
President Donald J. Trump delivered his first address to a Joint Session of Congress on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. … full text Read More»
Statement from the U.S. Embassy, December 14, 2016
We note with concern on-going inaccurate reporting that claims the U.S. Ambassador is interfering in the work of the State Electoral Commission. This is not a time for fake news or conspiracies. Let us correct the record to clearly state the U.S. Ambassador has not met with, visited, or intervened with anyone at the SEC. ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Press Statement, December 12, 2016
Ambassador Jess Baily Press Availability: December 12, 2016 The U.S. Embassy commends the citizens of Macedonia who exercised their right to vote in the December 11 parliamentary elections. We welcome OSCE/ODIHR’s preliminary conclusions that the elections were competitive and that fundamental freedoms were generally respected. The turnout was high, and the elections proceeded in a ... Read More»
70th Anniversary of the Foreign Press Center
Secretary Kerry (Dec. 6): “The 70th anniversary of the Foreign Press Center is a good time to reflect on the importance of journalism and recognize those working in a profession that has become increasingly difficult and even dangerous.”… Video. Read More»
Embassy Supports Red Cross of North Macedonia
This fall, the U.S. Embassy’s Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) delivered winter clothing, rain coats, winter shoes, food and hygiene parcels, and more than 10,000 liters of bottled water for the Red Cross of North Macedonia to distribute at the migrant transit centers in Gevgelija and Tabanovce. In total, the ODC donated $30,000 in humanitarian assistance ... Read More»
Embassy Supports Interethnic Integration in Education
The Mayor of Kisela Voda Municipality, Biljana BelicanecAleksic (L); Chief of the Office of Defense Cooperation(ODC), U.S. Embassy, Major Jeff Van Sickle; and the Director of Kuzman Sapkarev Primary School, Vesna Nastoska (R) cut the ceremonial ribbon during a dedication ceremony on 11 March. The school opening marked the first of eight school openings scheduled ... Read More»
The Future of Transatlantic Relations
We are stronger when we work together: Op-Ed by President Obama and Chancellor Merkel. … more . Read More»
Embassy hosts U.S. Elections breakfast
On the morning of November 9, the U.S. Embassy in Skopje hosted an Election Breakfast at Aleksandar Palace Hotel on the occasion of the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election. Over 300 guests joined Ambassador Baily and U.S. Embassy staff to watch as the results came in throughout the morning. Ambassador Baily spoke about this year’s election, ... Read More»
Fulbright Scholar Program (Post-Doctoral) in the United States (NON-DEGREE) DEADLINE: November 1, 2016
Fulbright Program Competition for the 2017 – 2018 Academic Year is Now Open The Application for the Fulbright Scholar Program (Post-Doctoral) in the United States (NON-DEGREE) DEADLINE: November 1, 2016 This is a joint program of the U.S. Department of State and the Government of Macedonia. The flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Government, widely ... Read More»
Response to the Report by Head of the OSCE Mission to Skopje | Statement to the PC
(July 14, 2016) Statement by Kate Byrnes, Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Mission to OSCE …”The United States welcomes Ambassador Suomalainen back to the Permanent Council. Thank you, Ambassador, for your excellent report on the activities of the OSCE Mission in Skopje.” more » Read More»
On Developments in Macedonia: Statement to the PC
(April 14, 2016), As delivered by Ambassador Daniel B. Baer to the Permanent Council, Vienna The United States is deeply concerned by Macedonian President Ivanov’s announced decision to pardon those subject to investigation in connection with the wiretapping scandal. Such a decision, if implemented, would further undermine the rule of law in Macedonia, the integrity ... Read More»
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2016
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy, Skopje, Macedonia Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Skopje and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2016 call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. The Fund was established to help countries preserve their cultural heritage and ... Read More»
The Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Summer Institute 2015
The U.S. Department of State is offering Scholarships for high school students from Macedonia to attend the 2015 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute. Two four-week Institutes, offered in summer 2015, will accommodate up to 90 Fellows total. Each Institute, one at Wake Forest University in North Carolina and the other at Purdue University in ... Read More»
Ambassador Jess Baily’s interview with MRT
Aired on August 20, 2015, at 19:30 MRT: Ambassador, first of all, thank you for this interview for the national television station. Ambassador Baily: My pleasure. MRT: The working groups held their first joint meeting in late July and raised the issue of election legislation. Now, in mid-August, meetings for the implementation of the agreement ... Read More»
Ambassador Daniel Baer at OSCE on Political Tensions in Macedonia
U.S. Mission to the OSCE As delivered by Ambassador Daniel B. Baer to the Permanent Council, Vienna March 5, 2015 Political Tensions in Macedonia The United States continues to follow with concern the unfolding events in Macedonia. We call on authorities to demonstrate their commitment to the rule of law, respect for the freedom of ... Read More»
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2015
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy, Skopje, Macedonia Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Skopje and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2015 call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. The Fund was established to help countries preserve their cultural heritage and ... Read More»
Embassy Supports School Renovation
On April 3, U.S. Senior Defense Official / Defense Attaché COL Tom Butler, the Chief of Defense of the Republic of Macedonia, the mayor of Prilep, and the director of Krume Volnaroski Primary School participated in a ceremony to celebrate the renovations to the school. The Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) at the U.S. Embassy ... Read More»
State’s Nuland on Trans-Atlantic Unity
U.S. Department of State Remarks by Victoria Nuland Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Brookings Institution Washington, D.C. January 27, 2015 As Prepared Unity in Challenging Times: Building on Transatlantic Resolve Thanks, Fiona, for that introduction and thanks to Brookings for the warm welcome. My congratulations to all of you for being ranked ... Read More»
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