Skopje, 18 December 2025 (MIA) - Digital transformation, artificial intelligence and cyber-security are the key pillars and priorities of the country's economic and fiscal policy, said Finance Minister Gordana Dimitrieska-Kochoska in her remarks at conference "The Economist MeetUp - The World Ahead" held in Skopje on Thursday.

Minister Dimitrieska-Kochoska said such events are of crucial significance for an open dialogue among policymakers, business community and international partners amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, accelerated technological changes and transformation of economic models, for the purpose of creating a stable, competitive and resilient economy, the Ministry of Finance said in a press release.

Dimitrieska-Kochoska said the Government is committed to modernization, innovations and sustainable economic growth, with a focus on overcoming long-standing structural challenges that restrict productivity, competitiveness and trust in institutions.

"Digitalization means more efficient and more transparent institutions, less red tape, better collection of public taxes and a fair business environment. Cybersecurity is a prerequisite for a stable and safe financial system, while AI is already opening new opportunities for the industry, the financial sector and the labor market," said Dimitrieska-Kochoska.

The FinMin added that digital transformation, AI and cybersecurity are an integral part of the National Development Strategy 2024-2044, which is the highest-level long-term framework for economic and societal development, aimed at strengthening competitiveness, human capital development and building functional and resilient institutions.

On the fiscal policy, Dimitrieska-Kochoska said focus in the period 2026-2030 has been placed on gradual fiscal consolidation, sustainable and disciplined public finance framework, while maintaining a high level of capital investments, primarily in infrastructure, digital transformation and support to the long-term economic growth.

She told the business community and investors that the country is stable, predictable and ready for accelerated development, through clear vision, strong institutional support and partnership approach to investments and innovations, reads the press release.

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