Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Inter-Community Relations, Ivan Stoilkovic, attended the ceremonial academy held today in the “Saint Sophia” Cathedral Church in Ohrid on the occasion of the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius – a symbol of Macedonia’s spirituality and cultural tradition.

The event took place in the presence of top state, church, and academic representatives, including the Rector of “St. Cyril and Methodius” University, Prof. Dr. Biljana Angelova, the head of the Macedonian Orthodox Church – Ohrid Archbishopric, His Beatitude Stefan, numerous ambassadors, scientists, cultural figures, and citizens.

Sincere congratulations on the occasion of May 24th – Saints Cyril and Methodius Day, the Day of the Slavic Enlighteners, a day that holds a special place in the cultural and spiritual calendar of all Slavic peoples, as it celebrates the work of the holy brothers who laid the foundations of Slavic literacy, education, and spiritual development,” said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Inter-Community Relations Stoilkovic in his congratulatory message on the occasion of May 24th – Saints Cyril and Methodius Day, the Day of the Slavic Enlighteners.