The Government of the Republic of North  Macedonia, in accordance with its commitments to reform the intelligence and security services in the security sector, is pleased to present its first state strategy for Countering Violent Extremism (CVE).

The present document is aligned with the strategies of the United Nations and the European Union on Countering Violent Extremism and has been drafted in cooperation with regional and international partners, who have supported the activities of the National Committee for Countering Violent Extremism and Countering Terrorism (NCCVECT).

With the present document the Republic of North Macedonia seeks to coordinate the efforts of the ministries, governmental and nongovernmental institutions. The NCCVECT wishes to thank all of those, international, regional, and domestic partners, government and non-governmental organization, which initiated the CVE strategy and worked diligently to help guide it to fruition.

The Government of North Macedonia looks forward to continuing its cooperation with all those who are committed to countering violent extremism (CVE), and together with the national strategy and action plan for countering terrorism (CT), committed to ending this international phenomenon while maintaining the stability and sovereignty of the state. NCCVECT applauds the commitment and the endeavours of its members and contributors in the development of the CVE and CT strategic documents. It has been a privilege to work with them on setting the foundations for strong families, strong communities, and a strong state.