The referendum on Macedonia’s name change to North Macedonia has failed to attract the 50 percent of national participation necessary to make the vote legally valid.
The purpose of this name change referendum is part of a deal with Greece to resolve a dispute preventing Macedonia from joining NATO or the EU.
Prime Minister Zoran Zaev has pledged to continue with name change vote.
More than 90 percent have voted yes, however it is argued by the opposition that the low turnout indicates the country rejects the referendum.