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Census Results Cause Concern

The Ministry of Education claims to be exerting ongoing efforts to reform education, but census results indicate the need for more work. The “Platform...

By Iva Draškić Vićanović Ph.D., Dean of the University of Belgrade Faculty of Philology

Restore Teachers’ Dignity

The proposals presented in our Platform are viable over the short term, require no large and lasting reforms and could lead to major visible...

Plamena Halacheva, Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Serbia

Easier Access to the Western Balkans’ Single Market

The EU aims to involve Western Balkans partners with its Member States on equal terms, fostering a reform...

Milojko Arsić, Professor at the University of Belgrade Faculty of Economics

Capacities Exist, But So Do Unknowns

Despite Serbia’s administrative capacities being smaller compared to the countries of Western and Central Europe, it is ahead...

Milorad Filipović, Professor at the University of Belgrade Faculty of Economics

The Plan Is Good, But Not Generous

The Western Balkan countries’ public investment needs are incomparably higher than the amount earmarked for the plan, which...

Bojana Selaković, Coordinator of Serbia’s National Convention On the European Union

Responsibility Is In Our Court

Considering that the European agenda now prioritises the Western Balkans as a key factor of Europe’s security, enlargement...

Comment By Dragiša Mijačić

Will Janus Open or Close the Doors to Kosovo Serbs?

January is named after Janus, Roman god of beginnings and endings, protector of gates and doorways. It is...

Aleksandar Musić, Political Scientist and Advisor

Opposition Paying for Its Amateurism

The government has been running a successful campaign since the first day the election results were announced, and...

Dragomir Anđelković, Political Analyst

Postmodern Feudalism

Rather a modern, democratic state, Serbia is more reminiscent of a postmodern feudal system – where political elites...

Giorgio Fruscione, Research Fellow And Publications Editor at ISPI

The Regime Can’t Get Away With Everything

It is likely that the new government will be less autocratic and more flexible. However, this won’t ease...

Jasmina Lukač, Journalist

Flagrant Fraud

Aleksandar Vučić easily managed to carry out electoral fraud in front of the public, both the Serbian and...

Vida Petrović Škero, President of the Judicial Research Centre (CEPRIS)

Government On the Road of No Return

We don’t know what kind of decision will be brought by MEPs, but the pebble in the government’s...

Vladimir Vuletić, Professor of the University of Belgrade’s Faculty of Philosophy, Department of Sociology

Repeat Elections Aren’t an Option For the Government

This isn’t the first time that elections in Serbia have been followed by protests. And instead of leading...

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Is the Outlook For the Global Economy Still Bullish?

With the latest monthly inflation data in the eurozone, the United Kingdom, and the United States coming in...

Indian Economy: Growing Steadily

Strong economic growth in the first quarter of Financial Year 2023 helped India overcome the UK to become...

Cement Industry in India

India is the second-largest producer of cement in the world. It accounts for more than 8% of the...

Automobile Industry in India

The Indian automobile industry has historically been a good indicator of how well the economy is doing, as...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Address During 2nd Edition of Infinity Forum

A Global thought Leadership Platform on Fintech] on 9 December 2023 The popular Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai,...

Comment by Zoran Panović

On the Right Side of History

When Hitler launched his invasion of Poland on 1st September 1939, that was still a European conflict. With...

Aleksandar Kovačević, Senior Visiting Research Fellow at Oxford institute for Energy Studies (OIES)

Turning to Sustainable Energy

Serbia’s energy sector is poised for significant development and growth, as it stands in need of substantial investments....

Aleksandar Macura, RES Foundation, Co-founder and Programme Director for Energy

Year in Which We took to Our Roofs

Almost 1,900 households and 600 companies will receive electricity from their roofs during every hour of sunshine throughout...

Darija Šajin, Ecological Activist and Volunteer at Aarhus Centre Novi Sad

The Important Role of Ngos

The list of positive moves made between 2021 and today isn’t a short one, but success requires cooperation...

Igor Vejnović, Southeast Europe Director of Strategic Initiatives, The Nature Conservancy (TNC)

Building a Clean, Green & Equitable Future

In the face of global conflicts, economic challenges and Serbia’s own political complexities, focusing on nature and sustainability...

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Global Ranking Concerns and Political Biases

Youth engagement is a vital aspect of Serbia’s journey to becoming a more inclusive and equal society, actively...

Comment By Zoran Panovic

Consolidating Power

Vucic’s campaign (despite the elections not being presidential) is being conducted like crisis management. The aim is to...

Aleksandar Baucal Ph.D, full professor at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade

What I’m Listening to and What’s Happening to Me

The key question for this election is the extent to which citizens will believe the image presented to...

Ana Stijiljkovic, Political Communication Consultant, Media and Communication Researcher, Loughborough University

Converting Dissatisfaction into Votes will be Challenging

The upcoming elections in Serbia will take place in an atmosphere devoid of free discussion or support for...

Bogdan Živkovic, historian

Serbia has Election Fatigue

Serbia enters the December election period in a remarkably calm mood, weary from overexploited political issues, passions and...

Bojan Klacar, Executive Director of the Centre for Free Elections and Democracy (CeSID)

Elections 2023: Elections When it isn’t Time for Them?

The ruling coalition is the favourite to win parliamentary and provincial elections, while the race for Belgrade will...

Cvijetin Milivojevic, Political Scientist

Opposition Again Swallowing Vucic’s “Hooks”

The opposition’s reactive campaign, the erroneous decision to seek elections at all levels, as well as clear support...

Raša Nedeljkov, Programme Director at the Centre for Research, Transparency and Accountability (CRTA)

No Free Flow of Ideas in Elections

There are no issues on which “elections are won or lost” here. If they existed, that would mean...

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Harnessing Technology for Comprehensive Development

Serbia’s digitalisation journey has been marked by notable strides across multiple fronts, reflecting a commitment to harness technology...

Kushner Eyes Balkan Luxury Developments in Serbia and Albania

Jared Kushner, closely related to former U.S. President Donald Trump as his son-in-law, is turning his attention to the...

New ENEF II Fund to Propel Growth in Western Balkans

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the introduction of the Enterprise Expansion Fund II (ENEF...

European Parliament Passes Groundbreaking AI Law

The European Parliament has adopted the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, aiming to safeguard fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of...

European Parliament Members Endorse Western Balkan Reform and Growth Instrument

Members of the European Parliament's committees on foreign affairs and budget have officially adopted a stance on the Western...

US Leads Global Oil Production for the Sixth Consecutive Year

The United States has maintained its position as the world's leading oil producer for the sixth year in a...