A blog about the work of the British Embassy in North Macedonia
28th November 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
When it comes to tackling any of the environmental threats that humanity is faced with today, the first key challenge is to raise the awareness of the problem and the need for change of behaviour. This is a worldwide quest, and definitely not unique to the Western Balkan region. However, it is evident that Western […]
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18th November 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
Introduction by Her Majesty’s Ambassador Rachel Galloway, British Embassy Skopje: Climate change presents an existential risk to global prosperity & security, and I am proud that the UK are leading in the fight to protect our environment. This year, we have become one of the first major economies to commit to ending our contribution to […]
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15th October 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
In pursuing my goal of visiting local cities and exploring local communities, last week my destination was Bitola city. While on the road, I was excited to learn a few words and expressions in the local dialect as I had heard so much about its uniqueness. Fortunately, my first attempts were mostly well received by […]
3rd October 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
Last week, I travelled only a short distance from Skopje to visit Veles. It was a packed day as there was a lot to discuss and a lot of people to see and meet. Although Veles has a rich cultural history, our conversations were focussed on its future. Mayor Ace Kocevski talked about his plans […]
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28th August 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
As much as I enjoy living and working in Skopje, it’s always a great pleasure when I get to visit other places across the country. Last week I had the honour of attending the opening of the Struga Poetry Festival, the world’s oldest consecutive running poetry festival. It was moving to hear poets from around […]
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27th June 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
Introduction by HM Ambassador Rachel Galloway, British Embassy Skopje: The strongest, safest and most prosperous societies are those in which all citizens can live freely without fear of violence or discrimination, and where all citizens, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity, can play a full and active part in society. This Saturday Skopje will […]
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31st May 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
What is Ramadan? Of all the months, Muslims love Ramadan the most mainly because of the greater rewards found in this month. Ramadan is also significantly known as the month where the Quran was sent down to the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) as a guidance to mankind. But apart from this, there are also several […]
24th May 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex paid an official visit to North Macedonia on 15. May 2019. During the visit, he took special interest in the assistance that the United Kingdom provides to North Macedonia through the three year education programme 21st Century Schools. As part of the event organised by British […]
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28th March 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
This was the title of the presentation I had the pleasure to hear during my visit to Kumanovo this week during an English language class in one of their high schools. The theme of how well we know our world seemed to be the central topic of the hospitality I received during the visit. In […]
19th March 2019 Skopje, North Macedonia
Sport is one of the best ways to socialise with peers, it has a positive impact on the well-being of children and youth and therefore it can raise productivity and change our everyday life. Youth in Chair, municipality in Skopje, North Macedonia were actively engaged in three tournaments this March, bringing together children from three […]
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