VMRO-DPMNE accused SDS of having its PR operations under external control, specifically through Zoran Bashanovic, described as a former advisor to Zoran Zaev.

The party claims Bashanovic manages the SDS communication strategy and characterizes him as a "controversial figure with a questionable background in the energy sector." He previously served as a special advisor in the Zaev government with a salary exceeding 1,500 euros per month.

VMRO-DPMNE describes Bashanovic as a "turbo-folk manager and television owner in Serbia" who was allegedly expelled from the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) due to questionable business dealings.

The party claims that through Bashanovic and the PR agency "Aj Media," the positions of the SDS leadership are shaped by external interests. VMRO-DPMNE asks whether SDS policies stem from domestic priorities or serve foreign interests.

The party demands that SDS break its silence and reveal the truth about Bashanovic's role, including his alleged mediation in key energy deals and the country name change.