Skopje, 8 September 2024 (MIA) — With a performance of the Macedonian national anthem by a children's choir at the Philharmonic, this year's official celebration of September 8, Independence Day, began under the slogan "Together We Fight, Together We'll Triumph."

The celebration, which is organized by the Government, features a premiere showing of a new video rendition of Blazhe Koneski's "Embroideress" poem and a concert of the National Jazz Orchestra performing works by Macedonian authors.

Also screened at the Independence Day celebration will be archival footage from the country's 1991 referendum and celebration of independence.

The celebration will conclude with a speech by Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski.

The event is part of the government's initiative to raise awareness of the importance of independence and the common fight for a better future. mr/