Macedònia del Nord: Visió econòmica i política
North Macedonia has an open economy and is highly integrated into international trade, with a total trade-to-GDP ratio of over 149% (World Bank, latest data available). According to data from the State Statistical Office, in 2023, in exports, the key products included supported catalysts with precious metals or compounds, ignition wiring sets for vehicles, aircraft, or ships, parts of seats (subgroup 821.1), and other supported catalysts. In imports, major products were petroleum oils (excluding crude), other platinum group metals and alloys (unwrought or powdered), platinum and platinum alloys (unwrought or powdered), and motor vehicles for transporting passengers.
In 2023, the country’s main export partners were Germany, which accounted for almost half of the total exports alone (44%), Serbia (4.8%), Kosovo (4.8%), Bulgaria (4.4%), and Greece (3.7%); with the main import origins being Germany (24.8%), the United Kingdom (7.8%), Greece (6.9%), China (5.7%), and Serbia (5.6% - data State Statistical Office). Overall, the EU accounted for 78.6% of total exports and 49.1% of imports. North Macedonia became a member of the WTO (World Trade Organisation) in April 2003. Following a cooperation agreement with the EU, North Macedonia signed a Stabilisation and Association Agreement, which concedes the country duty-free access to European markets. Lastly, in 2006, the country became a member of the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA), generally considered the antechamber of the EU.
North Macedonia's trade structure has been traditionally in deficit. In 2023, the country exported goods worth USD 9 billion – a 3.1% increase compared to the previous year – importing USD 12 billion (-5.4% y-o-y). With regard to services, North Macedonia exported USD 2.8 billion in commercial services, importing USD 2 billion (data by WTO). The World Bank estimated the country’s 2023 overall trade deficit decreased to 13% of GDP (from 20.6% one year earlier). According to preliminary data from the State Statistical Office, in 2024, North Macedonia's exports totalled USD 8,425.3 million, down 6.4% from the previous year, while imports amounted to USD 11,969.6 million, a 0.7% decrease. The trade deficit for the period was USD 3,544.4 million.
| Foreign Trade Values | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
| Imports of Goods (million USD) | 8,715 | 11,386 | 12,755 | 12,056 | 11,966 |
| Exports of Goods (million USD) | 6,638 | 8,186 | 8,727 | 8,999 | 8,422 |
| Imports of Services (million USD) | 1,127 | 1,413 | 1,570 | 2,034 | 1,975 |
| Exports of Services (million USD) | 1,643 | 2,061 | 2,433 | 2,860 | 3,156 |
Source: World Trade Organisation (WTO) ; Latest available data
| Foreign Trade Indicators | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
| Foreign Trade (in % of GDP) | 128.2 | 146.7 | 166.1 | 148.7 | 138.5 |
| Trade Balance (million USD) | -2,060 | -2,751 | -3,668 | -2,849 | -3,352 |
| Trade Balance (Including Service) (million USD) | -1,583 | -2,154 | -2,886 | -2,058 | -2,199 |
| Imports of Goods and Services (Annual % Change) | -10.9 | 14.8 | 13.6 | -5.8 | -0.6 |
| Exports of Goods and Services (Annual % Change) | -10.9 | 14.3 | 10.6 | -0.6 | -3.8 |
| Imports of Goods and Services (in % of GDP) | 70.5 | 81.3 | 93.4 | 80.9 | 75.8 |
| Exports of Goods and Services (in % of GDP) | 57.8 | 65.4 | 72.8 | 67.8 | 62.7 |
Source: World Bank ; Latest available data
| Foreign Trade Forecasts | 2025 (e) | 2026 (e) | 2027 (e) | 2028 (e) | 2029 (e) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volume of exports of goods and services (Annual % change) | 2.3 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Volume of imports of goods and services (Annual % change) | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Source: IMF, World Economic Outlook ; Latest available data
Note: (e) Estimated Data
| Main Customers (% of Exports) |
2024 |
| Germany | 39.8% |
| Serbia | 10.5% |
| Bulgaria | 5.6% |
| Hungary | 3.7% |
| Czech Republic | 3.6% |
| See More Countries | 36.8% |
| Main Suppliers (% of Imports) |
2024 |
| United Kingdom | 11.1% |
| Germany | 10.9% |
| China | 9.7% |
| Greece | 8.9% |
| Serbia | 7.1% |
| See More Countries | 52.3% |
Source: Comtrade, 2025. Because of rounding, the sum of the percentages may be smaller/greater than 100%.
Source: Comtrade, 2025. Because of rounding, the sum of the percentages may be smaller/greater than 100%.
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Source: United Nations Statistics Division, 2025. Because of rounding, the sum of the percentages may be smaller/greater than 100%.
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