Publications

Fundamentals of Security - Conceptual Security Approaches

UNIVERSITY TEXTBOOK

The office of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in Skopje and the University "St. Kliment Ohridski" in Bitola have jointly published the university book "Fundamentals of Security - Conceptual Security Approaches" by professor Marjan Gjurovski, PhD.

The Republic of North Macedonia’s 2021 Local Elections Handbook

Second updated edition

KAS and the Institute for Democracy Societas Civilis from Skopje (IDSCS) prepared the second updated edition of the Republic of North Macedonia’s 2021 Local Elections Handbook.

MULTIRELIGIOUS CALENDAR 2022

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation in cooperation with the five religious communities in Republic of North Macedonia has issued a Multi-religious Calendar 2022.

Analysis of the legal framework and institutional capacities of the local environmental inspection services

Environmental inspection is of special importance having in mind that the protection of the environment is a right guaranteed by the Constitution of the Republic of North Macedonia. This analysis provides an accurate overview of the situation and the challenges in performing inspections at the local level, which is of particular importance to citizens.

Religious communities and the Covid-19 crisis

The Konrad Adenauer foundation in cooperation with the Institute for Political Research Skopje and the Internet portal "Religija.mk" have continued their collaboration on another public poll, which aims to reflect citizens perception of the role of religious communities in times of Covid-19 pandemic.

30 years of statehood, the Constitution - the foundation of the future

Documentary film

The documentary "30 years of statehood, the Constitution - the foundation of the future" is co-produced by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation in North Macedonia and the Macedonian Radio Television. The film marks the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution, voted in the Assembly on 17 November 1991, by showing the construction, challenges and successes of the country.

Call for Papers for the 63rd issue of Political Thought

“Political Thought” is a thematic journal on political and social issues. The International Editorial Board of the journal wishes to announce an open call for original articles for the upcoming 63rd issue in the fields of (but not limited to) Europe, External Actors, Innovation and Security.

Kommunalwahlen in Nordmazedonien

Erdrutschsieg der VMRO-DPMNE

Die Lokalwahlen endeten nicht nur mit einem großen Sieg der oppositionellen VMRO-DPMNE, sondern beendete (vorerst?) die politische Karriere von Premierminister Zoran Zaev, der noch in der Wahlnacht seinen Rücktritt ankündigte

The Republic of North Macedonia’s 2021 Local Elections Handbook

Traditionally, since 2013, every election year, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Office in Skopje (KAS) and the Institute for Democracy Societas Civilis from Skopje (IDSCS) prepare handbooks for the electoral processes in the country.

Western Balkans’ cooperation with China

Between values and interests

China is also expanding its influence in the Western Balkans and promoting its political model of values. The motivation is driven by the Belt and Road Initiative. Economical activities create dependencies that can be used for political pressure. In addition, China managed to present itself as a close partner in the pandemic, while the EU was not perceived as a safety net. Confidence is decreasing. But China's involvement also reveals deficits. What follows?