Distinguished media representatives,
Respected fellow citizens,

Before the end of my term as President of the Republic of Macedonia, I feel the need and the obligation to extend my gratitude to you, the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia, for your support thus, and to inform you on the decision I have made for the coming period.

Throughout the past period, my ultimate goal has been responsible, honest and dedicated defense of the dignity and interests of Macedonia and the Macedonian citizens, and to remain committed and consistent to the program I won your trust with, being dedicated to its implementation and focused on our shared values in which we all believe and strive together.

I have worked hard, bearing the responsibility and burden of making decisions of the future of my own country, but, at the same time, bearing the obligation I feel for all of our citizens in meeting their needs and interests, which have been, in the entire past period, with their expectations, part of my everyday life .

I have tried my best. I have given the utmost of myself, as I was aware of the expectations and responsibilities and of what it means, in such times, to have this responsible position. We have passed through extremely complex times, many challenges, especially international, there were challenges and disappointments, yet, we have achieved many results, successes, improvements, but most importantly, in crucial moments, we acted jointly and united, strong and orchestrated, always guided by the interests and needs of the citizens.

I have led responsible and principled foreign policy based on our strategic objectives and on our national interests. Policy of openness to all. I was active in the economic and public diplomacy, aware of the need for promotion and affirmation of the state in this globalized world, and the necessity of opening new jobs in our country and attracting investment, something that I worked close on with the government.

I have always been guided by the interests of the citizens and the set strategic goals. At the same time, I have always been among the people, although my closeness to the people was sometimes seen with irony and mockery. I know where I come from, where I take my power from, from the people and I will always be proud and honored to be with my people.

I believe that we have achieved good results, as I believe that we can always do more and achieve further advances. There are years to come for even greater achievements. More work that is to bring progress and prosperity for all our citizens is ahead.

The road is paved.
These days appeared in the public the initiative for my candidacy for President of the Republic of Macedonia, which was supported by high-ranking intellectuals and professionals in their respective fields, public personalities of the social life of the Republic of Macedonia, people with results, achievements, credibility. The initiative was supported by eminent persons from the public life I had cooperated with in the past, compliant with the responsibilities and duties in addressing challenges and implementing projects and activities that bring better conditions and opportunities for the citizens.

I take this opportunity to sincerely thank the signatories and supporters of the initiative to support my second candidacy for the office of the President of the Republic of Macedonia. I thank all those who are constantly addressing the Cabinet and the People's Offices these days, asking to give their support or signature.

Dear citizens,

With honor and pleasure, taking into account all challenges and perspectives we face, with commitment and responsible approach, with a desire to achieve further success for our homeland, which will be of interest to all citizens, I would like to acknowledge that I have decided to accept the initiative for my candidacy for President of the Republic of Macedonia and submit my candidacy at the Convention of the VMRO - DPMNE for selection of candidate for President of the Republic of Macedonia.

In life, there are moments that determine our future activities and determine future joint achievements. At such moments, we need to make the right decisions, as a result of faith in values. The success is a result of making the right decisions.

I firmly believe that we all, the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia, Macedonians, Albanians, Turks, Serbs, Roma, Vlachs, Bosnians, and others, Christians, Muslims, Jews and atheists, have the potential and capacity to make wise decisions and we have shown that. I am proud of it, together with you, my fellow citizens, we have made that for our country. Let's continue together to build our common future, to build the country, develop coexistence, nurture the values and promote the national interests of the Republic of Macedonia. Being the President of the Republic of Macedonia means to be honest always to my fellow citizens, to keep my promises and the dignity and always be on the side of togetherness, democracy, unity and patriotism.

Let's continue together along that road, let's continue to fight together, side by side, shoulder to shoulder, for every citizen of our country and strive to improve our lives.

Thank you all.