The Prime Minister of the Republic of Macedonia, Hristijan Mickoski, asserted that recent governmental efforts are yielding positive economic outcomes, particularly within the tourism sector. According to Mickoski, the implementation of specific government measures designed to attract international visitors has led to a notable surge in tourist arrivals. He cited data confirming a significant increase in arrivals at the country’s airports.
Mickoski pointed to the World Bank’s “Tourism Watch” report, published in June 2026, as external validation of this growth. The report ranked Macedonia first among European nations for several key metrics, including the percentage growth in tourist arrivals and the overall increase in both the number of foreign visitors and their length of stay. The Prime Minister stated that this growth reached an impressive 40% compared to the previous year.
He emphasized that these positive results are crucial for the national economy, noting the substantial contribution of tourism to the country’s overall financial stability. The administration highlighted that the combination of targeted government initiatives and resulting increased visitor numbers positions the nation favorably within the European travel market. These developments, according to Mickoski, underscore the effectiveness of the current policy framework in boosting the tourism industry.
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