The Parliament recently elected Katerina Zajkovska Shkup as a new member of the State Commission for the Prevention of Corruption. The vote saw 56 affirmative votes and one dissenting vote. Katerina Zajkovska Shkup brings expertise to the role, holding degrees and a master’s in accounting, finance, and auditing.
This vacancy on the State Commission for the Prevention of Corruption was created following the resignation of Cveta Ristovska. Ristovska resigned after it was revealed that although she had disclosed her sons’ companies in her questionnaire, she had failed to report that one of those entities participated in the election campaign of Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova. Separately, Parliament commenced general debate concerning a Draft Decision for the Election of a Member of the Commission for the Prevention and Protection from Discrimination.
During this debate, the deputy from the LSDM, Bisera Kostadinovska-Stojçevska, raised concerns regarding the proposed candidate. Kostadinovska-Stojçevska stated that the details presented in the candidate’s profile gave the appearance of a potential issue or trap. These proceedings highlight ongoing legislative efforts to strengthen anti-graft measures and governance oversight within the country.
The election of Katerina Zajkovska Shkup continues the focus on institutional integrity, while the subsequent debate underscores continued scrutiny regarding appointments to various state commissions.
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Her background in accounting and finance appears quite relevant for the commission’s work.