At the 2026 Western Balkans Digitalization Summit, held in Herceg Novi, Montenegro, Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation Radoslav Nastasievik Vardjiski participated in a ministerial panel alongside representatives from countries in the region, where discussions focused on progress, challenges, and future priorities regarding digital transformation.
In his address, Deputy Minister Vardjiski presented the results and strategic projects of North Macedonia in this field.
"In just two years, we have nearly tripled the number of electronic services, while the monthly usage of e-services has increased up to tenfold. We are continuing with the launch of the mobile application m.Uslugi, the expansion of the network of Service Centers, the enhancement of interoperability, the digitalization of the administration, and the construction of a modern and secure digital infrastructure, including preparations for the establishment of a National Data Centre," noted the Deputy Minister.
He particularly emphasised the provision of training for citizens and the administration, cybersecurity, also the development of artificial intelligence, the 'Vezilka' project, integration with European AI infrastructure, the role of the two European Digital Innovation Hubs within this ecosystem, and opportunities for regional cooperation in science, innovation, and business.
"Our ambition is for Macedonia to be not merely a consumer of new technologies, but an active participant in their development. The success of digital transformation is measured not only by strategies and projects, but by the time saved for citizens, the opportunities gained by companies, and the trust we build in our institutions. That is precisely why we are continuing with concrete investments, reforms, and partnerships that will make Macedonia more digitally advanced, more competitive, and closer to the European digital space," emphasized Vardjiski.
