AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStem-Cell Storage Case Stalls: North Macedonian families trying to renew or access frozen stem-cell contracts report dead ends, with one family unable to reach a Hungarian bank after a local intermediary stopped operating, leaving them facing costly cross-border legal action. Wildlife & Public Safety: A wolf kept as a pet was found loose in Skopje and taken to the zoo, which says keeping wildlife as pets is prohibited and dangerous. Fraud & Cyber Risk Watch: A new country-by-country 2025 ranking highlights big gaps in resilience to fraud and cyber threats, with many European states near the top. Health System Context: Medicines are still rising in price—April data show medicines up about 3.2% year-on-year—while broader costs are climbing, including fuel and key services. Environment With a Health Angle: Wartime concrete barriers were removed on the Pchinja River, freeing 40 miles for fish and improving water flow. Security Drills: NATO-linked military police training continues in the region, including North Macedonia participation in Bulgaria’s Beyond Horizon 26 exercise.
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