The opposition party contends that citizens have experienced a concerning lack of support amidst a period of escalating prices. The government, headed by Hristijan Mickoski, is accused of delaying decisive action. The LSDM asserts that no meaningful steps have been taken to combat the surge in fuel and food prices over the last three weeks.
They argue a dangerous spiral of rising prices has been initiated, and ordinary citizens are feeling the strain acutely within local markets. The situation is particularly troubling due to significant increases in the cost of essential goods. Specifically, cooking oil, eggs, and fresh produce have reached exceptionally high levels.
The LSDM proposes a comprehensive package of measures designed to offer immediate relief to the public. This includes a reduction in Value Added Tax on fuel to 5%, a decrease in excise taxes by 4 denars per liter, and the complete removal of VAT on basic food products. The party believes these actions are crucial to mitigate the impact of these rising prices.
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