North Macedonia withdraws from Eurovision 2023
Skopje, 14 October 2023 (MIA) – The Macedonian Radio Television (MRT) said Friday that North Macedonia will not compete at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool due to the energy crisis.
“This decision is in the best interest of the citizens, taking into account the increased costs due to the energy crisis, which take up a large part of the budget of the public broadcaster, as well as the increased registration fee for participation in "Eurosong 2023", which until last year was EUR 39,143.00, and next year it is expected to be higher. This decision will enable the saving of funds that should otherwise be set aside for the Macedonian delegation's stay in Liverpool, where the Eurosong 2023 is being held,” said MRT.
However, MRT will broadcast the two nights of the semi-finals and the grand final of this year’s Eurovision on its platforms.
MRT hopes that the economic situation will improve and the country will return to Eurovision 2024.
