US Blacklists North Macedonia and Kosovo Officials for Corruption
• Designates former North Macedonia Chief Prosecutor Katica Janeva and immediate family members as ineligible for US entry due to bribe solicitation.
• Designates Karpos, North Macedonia mayor Stevco Jakimovski and two adult sons as ineligible for US entry for using position to benefit himself.
• Designates former Kacanik, Kosovo mayor Xhabir Zharku as ineligible for US entry for unlawfully permitting construction to benefit himself.
• States designations reaffirm US commitment to rule of law and strengthening institutions in Balkans.
• Uses authorities under 2023 Appropriations Act to promote accountability for corrupt actors globally.