Budget of the Republic of Macedonia, budgetary process and citizens’ participation Budget – picture of the Government’s prioritiesThe issue of the state budget, as an area which refers to planning revenues and expenditures of the public sector, in Macedonia is discussed only within institutions and academic circles. The public is not very familiar with this field. However, as a country with a high level of corruption, it is necessary to provide wider availability and understanding of the financial data which are relevant to the public.