AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSkopje Cultural Tensions: A Bulgarian MEP, Stanislav Stoyanov, condemned an arson attack on Bulgarian diplomatic vehicles in Skopje and accused North Macedonia of a long-running campaign of hate speech against Bulgaria and Bulgarians, citing attacks on Bulgarian cultural clubs and cases involving members of the Bulgarian community. Refugee & Theatre Spotlight: Syrian-born actor Youssef Asad Alkhatib was named Finland’s Refugee of the Year, with his story tied to his stage career and efforts to build dialogue between communities. Film Industry in the Region: KVIFF Industry Days expanded its Central Stage and Book-to-Screen programs, putting Rolling Stones film projects and regional co-production titles on the central stage. Ohrid Travel & Heritage: A National Geographic Traveller feature spotlights Lake Ohrid and Ohrid’s Byzantine and Ottoman streets, crafts, and “bleak” fish-based “pearl” traditions. Business Forum, Culture Through Trade: North Macedonia’s PM Mickoski urged Turkish investors at a Istanbul forum, framing investment as a bridge for jobs and education links. Graffiti as Public Art: Kyustendil’s second Colors of Kyustendil International Graffiti Festival (June 12–14) returns with legal walls, free painting, and workshops featuring artists from North Macedonia and beyond.
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