Mickoski: Purchasing Power in Macedonia Exceeds That of All Countries in the Region

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski responded today to opposition criticism regarding Eurostat’s latest report on the purchasing power of citizens in European countries.

“Regarding Eurostat’s report on purchasing power, several messages have emerged in recent days from the opposition, as well as from some media outlets that share its position. A superficial campaign was launched, which was once again disproved by the facts. I believe the opposition and some of the media will be disappointed again, because Macedonia is not ranked as the worst-performing country. On the contrary, it is doing better than several European Union countries and, in terms of citizens’ purchasing power, is ahead of every country in the region,” Mickoski said.

He said the difference compared with the situation three or four years ago is also evident from his personal experience. However, the prime minister acknowledged that the results achieved are still not sufficient, stressing that the government will continue working to improve living standards and advance the country’s development.

“A comparison with data from three or four years ago shows considerable progress. But is that enough? No. Will we work toward better results and greater progress? Absolutely; we are more motivated than ever. While they continue to stir up hysteria based on fabrications and lies, we will continue working without pause, as we have done over these 25 months, for the country and its citizens,” Prime Minister Mickoski concluded.