Renowned Macedonian film director Milco Mancevski received Tuesday title National Artist 2012.

As of this year, Mancevski will get Denar 60,000 (EUR 1,000) monthly fee for the rest of his life.

"Upon reviewing the nomination from the Macedonian Cinematheque, the Commission decided that Mancevski meets criteria from the Law on National Artist. The title will be presented by President Gjorge Ivanov on September 8", said Culture Minister Elizabeta Kanceska-Milevska at a press conference.

According to her, Mancevski's comprehensive work focuses on promotion of Macedonia's film not only in the country, but in global terms.

"All criteria stipulated in the law are not unfeasible. I am truly glad that Mancevski is this year's laureate", added Kanceska-Milevska. i