PRESIDENT OF INDIA ADDRESSES THE ASSEMBLY OF NORTH MACEDONIA

On 21 July 2026, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Assembly of North Macedonia in Skopje, highlighting India’s view of the country as a strategic pillar in a stable, multipolar world. She stressed that parliamentary diplomacy and interactions between legislators build institutional trust beyond political cycles, urging young MPs to exchange best practices. The President announced India’s intent to scale bilateral and regional engagement, citing emerging trade and investment opportunities as Southeast Europe becomes a dynamic growth corridor. She also referenced India’s recent law reserving one‑third seats for women in Parliament and State legislatures, underscoring a commitment to inclusive democratic institutions.