The Football Federation of Macedonia (FFM) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVI) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation that strengthens the partnership between the two institutions in order to enhance the safety, security and integrity of football matches.
The purpose of this Memorandum is effective coordination and exchange of information, improving safety protocols, preventing violence and misconduct, and fostering a positive sports culture among fans.
Within the framework of the cooperation, joint security plans and protocols for competitions will be implemented, regular coordination between the services of the Ministry of Interior and the Football Federation, training for officials and security services, educational campaigns to promote sportsmanship, and the introduction of technological solutions for monitoring and timely response to incidents.
With this initiative, the Ministry and the Federation send a strong message that football should be a space of respect and fair competition, free from negative phenomena.
Masar Omeragic – President of FFM:
"As the Football Federation of Macedonia, we have a responsibility not only to the game, but also to everyone who is part of it – the players, the fans, the clubs and society.
By signing this Memorandum with the Ministry of Interior, we are opening a new chapter in the security and organization of competitions. Together, we will work to create an environment where fair play and respect will be the norm, and violence and inappropriate behavior will be the exception that will be sanctioned.
This cooperation represents an important step towards European standards in organizing football events and clearly demonstrates our commitment to building a football culture that inspires, not divides. I am confident that together we will achieve much in the interest of football and general safety."
Aleksandar Janev – Director of the Public Security Bureau
"The Ministry of Interior continuously works to improve security standards and protect public order and peace, especially when it comes to events with mass attendance such as football matches.
The signing of the Memorandum with the FFM represents a basis for deepened and coordinated cooperation. Joint activities, training, plans and communication mechanisms will enable timely recognition and prevention of potential risks, with the ultimate goal of increased safety for all participants and visitors to sports events.
In this regard, one of the key goals is the protection of integrity, i.e. the recognition and prevention of organized crime and corruption, in sports in general.
This initiative is not just an administrative step, but a concrete action aimed at shared responsibility, prevention and building a healthy and safe sports culture in Macedonia.".
