International recognition of Macedonia's independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 was delayed by Greece's objection to the new state's use of what it considered a Hellenic name and symbols. Greece finally lifted its trade blockade in 1995 and the two countries agreed to normalize relations, although differences over Macedonia's name remain. The undetermined status of neighboring Kosovo, implementation of the Framework Agreement - which ended the 2001 ethnic Albanian armed insurgency - and a weak economy continue to be challenges for Macedonia. To be updated
April 30th 2008Europe » Macedonia I wrote this last night, April 29th. It’s now the night of the 30th and we’re at a hotel in Athens. I don’t have time to update about today, so enjoy this news from yesterday and I&r ... [full story]
February 25th 2008Europe » Macedonia » Ohrid » Ohrid The bus got into Skopje at 545am. I had to change bus and the bus to Ohrid left just pass 6am.
Got into Ohrid at 945am. At the bus station an elderly gentleman asked me if I was looking for accommo ... 7 photos[full story]
November 14th 2007Europe » Macedonia » Skopje Well we actually had breakfast in this hostel but it was slightly uninspiring. Rob as usual made the most of it by having as much toast as a person can consume. It was too smokey to sit around in the ... [full story]
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