Government Debt and Risk Management Program, Phase II
01.08.2017
- 31.12.2023
This World Bank Treasury-implemented program aims to increase the capacity of Debt Management Offices in selected partner countries with regard to policy development and implementation of debt management plans, deepening of domestic debt markets, and putting in place sustainable debt management that adequately takes into account cost and risk.
Multi-Country Investment Climate Program
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2024
The Multi-Country Investment Climate Program (MCICP) supports investment climate reform advisory in a total of 20 SECO partner countries. It is implemented by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a globally recognized leader in this field.
Delcevo Water Supply, North Macedonia
31.07.2016
- 31.12.2025
The proposed project aims at 1) building a water treatment plant in the city of Delcevo, 2) connecting two large villages to the main supply system- 3) installing two renewable energy production facilities and 4) providing corporate development support to the Delcevo Public Utility (PU). The Swiss contribution is of 6’050’000 CHF.
Gostivar Water Supply System II, North Macedonia
01.01.2016
- 30.06.2025
The Gostivar Water Supply Supply System II project SECO aims at further improving the water services of the municipality of Gostivar, in collaboration with the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW).
Southeast Europe Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility
31.05.2015
- 31.12.2020
The Southeast Europe Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (henceforth, the facility) aims at addressing the problem of low private catastrophe risk insurance penetration in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegowina, Macedonia as well as Serbia. The facility was launched by the World Bank Group and is implemented by Europa Re, a private implementing agency.
Remittances and Payments Program
01.12.2014
- 31.12.2022
This program, which is executed by the World Bank, aims to make the transfer of remittances, i.e. the money that is sent home by migrants, cheaper, safer and more convenient. This will result in an increase of the available resources for migrants and their families and in an increased usage of formal transfer channels and basic financial services.
Swiss Entrepreneurship Program
01.10.2014
- 30.06.2019
The Swiss Entrepreneurship Program aims to create jobs in Serbia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Peru, and Vietnam by improving the local entrepreneurship ecosystem. The Program is implemented by Swisscontact and J.E. Austin Associates. It has been awarded by open tender.
Consolidation Local Organic Certification Bodies in Eastern Europe
01.10.2013
- 31.12.2018
Organic is a rapidly growing global business with growth rates in consumption of around 5 to 10% in industrialized countries. For the sound development of the organic sector in SECO partner countries, credible and affordable local organic certification services play a key role.
Kocani Waste Water Treatment, North Macedonia
01.09.2013
- 30.06.2025
The project will finance the building of a waste water treatment plant in the city of Kocani. It will improve the water quality of one of the main rivers in the country. The project contributes to the sustainable development of the Kocani region through protection of the natural resources. This will promote the economic development of the region.
MSME Programme Macedonia
19.03.2013
- 31.12.2016
The programme aims at supporting micro and small enterpreneurs in Macedonia with a view to spur economic growth and create jobs. The programme is implemented with USAID.
Gostivar Water Supply, North Macedonia
01.11.2012
- 31.12.2019
The project will improve the water supply system of the City of Gostivar and 8 neighboring villages (in total 61’000 people) and strengthen the strategic planning skills of the municipal public utilities.
Bregalnica River Basin Management, North Macedonia
01.01.2012
- 31.03.2019
The project will: 1) provide technical assistance and know-how transfer for the establishment and organization of the River Basin Management Body and the River Basin Management Advisory Council 2) support the elaboration of a river basin management plan and 3) support small infrastructure projects in the amount of CHF 2,4 Mio.
