Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski addressed questions from MP Blerim Bedzeti regarding the tragedy in the Municipality of Kocani, stating the investigation is ongoing and the Public Prosecutor’s Office will determine if any crimes were committed. Mickoski emphasized he would not prematurely accuse anyone.
Mickoski noted that the State Market Inspectorate has identified falsified licenses issued by the hospitality sector under the Ministry of Economy and Labor throughout the country. He mentioned a falsified license for the club where the tragedy occurred, revealed by the club owner during the investigation.
Mickoski pointed out that since 2008, the Minister of Economy has been a nominee of the DUI party, raising questions about who authorized or signed the falsified documents related to the club. He stated that the investigation will reveal these details.