North Macedonia experiences persistent attempts to influence electoral outcomes through coordinated manipulation of online narratives. Election periods are particularly targeted, with foreign actors amplifying sensitive issues to distort public understanding.
Coordinated campaigns leverage social media, fake outlets, AI‑generated content, and diaspora channels to steer narratives — especially during election periods and critical referenda. Civil society, media, and policymakers must act together to safeguard democratic integrity
Election periods in North Macedonia are prime targets for coordinated efforts to sway public opinion
These tactics often focus on identity debates, ethnic relations, and geopolitical alignment. Strengthening cooperation between media, civil society, and state institutions is essential to mitigate such influence.
Electoral FIMI in North Macedonia
Foreign actors intensify debates around ethnicity, language, and national identity to polarize communities during election cycles.
National Agencies
Commission Électorale Nationale Autonome
North Macedonia Electoral Legal Framework
Explore the key laws and regulations that govern North Macedonia’s electoral processes and information integrity. This framework provides insights into the country’s legal measures to prevent election manipulation, protect voter rights, and ensure transparency.
It is a valuable resource for civil society, media, and policymakers seeking to understand how North Macedonia safeguards its elections against foreign information manipulation and interference.
