Prime Minister Christian Mickoski anticipates a notable decrease in gasoline and diesel prices in the next week. This expectation follows the Energy Regulatory Commission’s decision yesterday, which resulted in an increase in oil derivative costs, thereby raising gasoline prices by three denars and diesel prices by 4.5 denars. During a visit to the Municipality of Ilinden, Mickoski addressed journalists regarding potential government interventions, specifically whether measures such as lowering excise taxes or VAT would be implemented.
In his response, Mickoski stated that the review of excise taxes occurs bi-weekly. He confirmed that the next decision concerning these taxes is scheduled for Friday. According to Mickoski, the government will calculate an average for the second half of the current month.
Based on the parameters derived from this calculation, a determination will be made regarding adjustments to the prices of derivatives. This structured review process guides the government’s policy decisions concerning fuel costs. The Prime Minister emphasized that any changes to tax structures are contingent upon these established economic parameters.
Mickoski maintained that the government is following a set schedule for analyzing the financial indicators to inform future pricing strategies for consumers. This commitment to a data-driven approach guides the anticipated adjustments in fuel prices moving forward.
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