The Largest Business Forum Serbia – North Macedonia – ALTA Bank Builds Bridges Between Markets
The largest bilateral Business Forum Serbia – North Macedonia, held in Skopje, was a meeting place for business leaders and a platform for strategic decisions shaping the future of the regional economy. ALTA Bank participated as a financial partner ready to support new investments and connect markets. A large number of ALTA Bank representatives, from both Serbia and North Macedonia, participated in the forum, confirming the importance of joint presence and strategic orientation towards regional expansion.
The forum brought together more than 450 participants and nearly 250 companies from all economic sectors. It was organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Serbia with the support of the governments of Serbia and North Macedonia. The goal is to strengthen economic ties, encourage new investments, and establish a joint presence in third markets.
The Role of Financial Institutions – Development Generator
The role of financial institutions today goes beyond traditional banking. They become development generators, provide capital, stimulate investment flows, and develop solutions that connect businesses and markets. ALTA Bank’s partnership with Stopanska Banka Bitola, realized through acquisition, represents a bridge between two economies and an important step towards the integration of the region’s financial systems. As a financial leader, ALTA Bank will provide strong support to economies through innovative financing models, digital transformation, and projects that encourage sustainable growth and open space for joint investments.
“ALTA Bank is the first bank from Serbia to efficiently execute an acquisition and enter the North Macedonian market, confirming its ambition to be a key player in regional integration and economic development. Our goal is to strengthen the bank’s position and set high professional standards. We are confident that we have brought new value to both the economy and citizens through innovative financial models and digital solutions. ALTA Bank’s vision is to be a driver of regional integration, a financial partner that connects markets, accelerates investments, and creates a platform for long-term economic development,” stated Dr. Una Sikimić, President of the Executive Board of ALTA Bank.
Synergy and Regional Integration
The synergy between Serbian and Macedonian companies opens space for joint presence in third markets. ALTA Bank sees its mission in being a catalyst for these processes – through digital transformation, ESG principles, and projects that encourage sustainable growth.
The President of the Chamber of Commerce of Serbia, Marko Čadež, emphasized the significance of Serbian investments in North Macedonia, especially in the banking sector:
“We are pleased that the number of joint investments is growing – this is the best proof that together we are strengthening the regional economy as well. Serbian investments in North Macedonia have exceeded 1.5 billion euros, from telecommunications and food industry to banking, including the purchase of Stopanska Banka Bitola by our ALTA Bank.”
