Skopje, 28 January 2024 (MIA) – After the conclusion of Parliament’s session for the election of a caretaker Government on Sunday, President Stevo Pendarovski hosted the members of the new Government in his office.

President Pendarovski wished the members of the caretaker Government efficient work and a successful organization of the upcoming general elections.

“It is especially important for the state branches to function in coordination and constantly cooperate to the benefit of the citizens and the state. Today, President Pendarovski hosted a reception in honor of the newly elected Government,” wrote Xhaferi in a Facebook post after the event.

On Sunday, Parliament voted to elect Xhaferi’s caretaker Government with 65 votes in favor and 3 against.

The main task of the caretaker Government is the holding of fair and democratic parliamentary elections. It is elected 100 days ahead of the election, and its term is set to run until the official publication of results from the upcoming general elections scheduled for May 8, i.e., until the creation of a political government.

Photo: Office of the President of North Macedonia