Sharjah, UAE – In a landmark meeting at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), His Excellency Dr. Hristijan Mickoski, Prime Minister of North Macedonia, and UAE business leaders explored new avenues for economic collaboration, with a focus on trade, renewable energy, and joint investments.
Key Discussion Points
Strengthening Bilateral Trade & Investment
- Both nations aim to boost private sector engagement in key industries, including Renewable energy (solar, wind, and hydropower projects)
- Manufacturing & infrastructure development
- Tourism & agricultural technology
- North Macedonia highlighted its strategic location in the Balkans, offering UAE investors a gateway to European markets
Joint Business Initiatives & Exhibitions
- Plans to increase participation in trade fairs hosted by both countries.
- Proposal for a UAE-North Macedonia Business Forum to facilitate networking.
Investment Incentives & Market Access
- North Macedonia presented tax benefits, streamlined regulations, and public-private partnership (PPP) opportunities for Emirati businesses
- Sharjah Chamber emphasized Sharjah’s logistics advantages as a regional trade hub
Statements from Leadership
H.E. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais
“This meeting marks a pivotal step in expanding UAE-North Macedonia economic ties. Sharjah’s dynamic private sector is eager to explore partnerships in renewable energy and infrastructure.”
H.E. Dr. Hristijan Mickoski
“North Macedonia welcomes UAE investors with open arms. Our country offers stability, skilled labor, and EU market access—ideal for long-term growth.”
Why This Matters
- For UAE Investors: North Macedonia offers low operational costs + EU trade benefits
- For North Macedonia: Sharjah’s industrial expertise and capital can accelerate key projects.
- Will this meeting spark a new wave of cross-border investments? The foundations are firmly in place.
Sharjah Chamber and North Macedonia Forge New Economic Partnerships The Bottom Lines
The high-level discussions between Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and North Macedonia’s Prime Minister mark a significant step toward deepening economic ties between the two nations.
With shared interests in renewable energy, trade, and infrastructure development, this partnership opens new doors for UAE investors seeking growth opportunities in the Balkans, while offering North Macedonia access to Sharjah’s dynamic business ecosystem.
As both sides commit to follow-up meetings and joint forums, the stage is set for a new era of cross-border collaboration—one that could reshape trade flows and investment landscapes in both regions. The question now is not if, but how quickly these promising opportunities will translate into tangible, mutually beneficial ventures.
