According to The Serbian Economist, North Macedonia has signed a contract for the supply of American Javelin anti-tank systems. Defense Minister Vlado Misailovski said the delivery is expected in 2027.
This is part of a broader program to modernize the country’s military, which, following its accession to NATO, is gradually transitioning to Western weapons systems and equipment from its allies.
According to Misailovski, Boran artillery systems from Turkey, some Mistral 3 equipment, and all U.S. JLTV light tactical vehicles have already arrived in North Macedonia. The latest order of Stryker armored vehicles is expected to arrive at the port of Thessaloniki.
The minister also reported that the total value of agreements with the U.S. amounts to approximately 339 million euros. Among the new contracts, he mentioned light infantry weapons, Puma and Raven unmanned aerial systems, cybersecurity equipment, communications equipment, and air support equipment.
Two helicopters ordered from the Italian company Leonardo are expected to arrive by the end of the year. Previously, Skopje signed a contract for eight AgustaWestland AW149 and AW169 helicopters worth 249 million euros, including VAT.
North Macedonia is systematically restructuring its army in accordance with NATO standards and strengthening its mobility, anti-tank defense, artillery, communications, cyber defense, and aviation capabilities.
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