North Macedonia
18-09-2026
The Western Balkans Investment Framework is built on a shared goal: bringing the Western Balkans closer to the EU. Since 2008, the EU has invested almost 2 billion Euros in North Macedonia to support connectivity and development through the WBIF. With the Reform and Growth Facility, this support continues, boosting growth, skills, digitalisation, and speeding up EU integration
The Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF) is a financial platform that coordinates investments for socio-economic development in the region in key sectors of sustainable transport, clean energy, digital future, environment and climate and human capital development. Since its official launch in 2009, the WBIF has been addressing the region’s investment needs and supporting the Western Balkan partners in their EU accession process. Due to its collaborative nature and approach, the WBIF is the main financial vehicle for implementing the EU’s ambitious policy priorities and investments in the region. The WBIF finances public sector infrastructure investments and employs a mix of financial instruments to increase the availability of affordable and diversified financing for small businesses.
*given the regional nature of endorsed programmes, it refers to all beneficiaries
*The WBIF contribution to the Private Sector Development is not included given its regional character and no pre-determined country allocations.
Safe and sustainable mobility of passengers and goods
Innovative, resilient and integrated energy systems
Improved water supply and sanitation
Better schools and research facilities
Jobs created and competitiveness boosted
