Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski stated that the government has no plans to raise the cost of electricity. Speaking on August 6, 2026, Mickoski addressed concerns regarding utility costs, assuring the public that the administration is actively developing strategies aimed at either reducing the current price or increasing the existing free tariff. This stance contrasts with the trends observed in several other European countries, which are reportedly planning increases to their electricity rates.
The comments were made following the signing of agreements to finance the construction of the Kriva Palanka-Deve Bair section of Corridor 8. During the press engagement, Mickoski emphasized that Macedonia is successfully managing several significant economic and infrastructural challenges. He specifically cited the ongoing situation in the Balkans and the current water levels of the Danube River as external factors that have placed pressure on national electricity pricing.
Mickoski assured reporters that while these external pressures are being monitored, the immediate governmental policy is one of stabilization rather than escalation of rates. The focus remains on finding a sustainable formula for energy pricing that mitigates inflationary pressures while supporting national development projects.
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