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Serbian Food Stars Riyadh Expo

Fifteen Serbian food companies are making their mark at The Saudi Food Show in Riyadh, one of the Middle East’s premier agri-food expos. Held at the expansive...
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Business News

IKEA Serbia Enters New Era with Leadership Change

IKEA Serbia has appointed Aleksandar Rajčević as its new Market Manager, signalling a new chapter as the company posts strong growth and outlines ambitious...
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News

AliExpress Eyes Niš Logistics Hub

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba could soon establish a major logistics centre in the Serbian city of Niš, following the signing of a Memorandum of...
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Business News

CEBAC VIP Working Breakfast

Meeting of European diplomats and leaders of bilateral business organizations within CEBAC. An exclusive working breakfast of the Council of European Business Associations and Chambers...
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News

Pope Leo XIV: An American Voice at the Helm of the Catholic Church

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to serve as the head of the Roman Catholic...
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Digital

Serbia’s Gaming Surge

Serbia’s gaming industry has seen a notable rise, with reported revenue growth of 22% over the past year, reaching a total of €214 million,...
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Prof. Dr Danilo S. Furundžić M.Arch.

University – Asset Management, Reform and Role in Society

The proposed University Centre in Block 32 is one of the most ambitious projects in the contemporary development of higher education in Serbia. Conceived...
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Success Stories

Tadeu Marroco – BAT Chief Executive Officer

BAT’s Growing Success in Serbia: The Future Lies in Smokeless Products

Tadeu Marroco has been BAT’s Chief Executive since May 2023, following his role as Finance Director from 2019. Since joining BAT in 1992, he...
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Success Stories

Duško Suvajac, Principal Representative of the Project Investor, MD Ventures

New Era of Office Buildings in Novi Sad

Situated in the heart of Novi Sad’s future Central Business District, Elleven is a new project by MD Ventures that introduces sustainable architecture, an...
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Success Stories

Galina Goduhina, Commercial Director at ONLYOFFICE

Innovation, Open Source anda New Era of Productivity

With more than 15 million users worldwide, ONLYOFFICE has emerged as a leading alternative to traditional offi ce suites. Its focus on innovation, open-source...
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Success Stories

Nemanja Vujadinović, COO of SRC

Reality Over Templates

How SRC builds digital solutions that truly transform businesses – Interview with Nemanja Vujadinović, Chief Operating Officer at SRC In a time when businesses are...
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Green Serbia

Violeta Belanović, General Manager of Sekopak

Packaging Waste as a Resource

When it comes to responsible waste management in Serbia, Sekopak is a name that stands out. Established in 2006, this packaging waste management system...
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Green Serbia

CPI Property Group

Sustainable Retail Parks Are the Future

Sustainable development lies at the core of CPI Property Group’s business strategy, which is why every STOP SHOP retail park is carefully designed to...
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Green Serbia

Nenad Đurđević, Commercial Director SEE, Turkey and CIS Ball Corporation;

Two Decades of Growth, One Clear Mission

Ball Corporation is celebrating a successful presence in Serbia that spans 20 years—distinguished by innovation, export excellence and a strong dedication to environmental sustainability When...
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Green Serbia

Mlekoprodukt

Marking Earth Day Through Environmental Action

To mark Earth Day, Mlekoprodukt organised a series of meaningful environmental activities in Zrenjanin, bringing together employees, their children, and community partners with a...
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Green Serbia

Svetlana Smiljanić, Member of the Executive Board, Wiener Städtische Insurance

Sustainability Is the Only Way Forward

Sustainability has become an essential part of business decisions for many companies, as it simultaneously reduces risks associated with climate change and ensures long-term...
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Success Stories

Emil Sovilj CEO, Energotehna d.o.o.

Building the Energy of the Future

“I believe that by consolidating the capital of domestic, smaller yet reputable companies, we could once again establish a strong reputation as reliable builders,...
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Success Stories

Stanislava Petković, General Director of Vista Rica

A Pioneer in Opening New Investment Opportunities for the Economy

The investment market in Serbia is undergoing a transformation, with alternative investment funds attracting increasing attention from domestic investors In this interview for CorD, Stanislava...
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Claudia Plakolm, Austrian Federal Minister for Europe, Integration and Family

We Must Keep Our Promises

Interview
The activities of the student movement show that we, in the EU, must also live up to our promises and that the time is...
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Current Issues

The 2025 budget and medium-term fiscal strategy indicate a structural shift towards high fiscal deficit and increased public spending

Pavle Petrovic, full member of SANU

Diplomacy

H.E. Avivit Bar-Ilan, Ambassador of the State of Israel to the Republic of Serbia

Milestone in Bilateral Relations

Our bilateral trade increased by 64% in 2024, reaching a record total of almost $200 million, with Serbian exports increasing by 75% according to...
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Green Serbia

Slobodan Vukosavić, Academician

Irresponsible Mining Undermines Serbia-EU Relations

The EU Encourages the Use of Serbia as a Raw Material Base, with Vague Environmental Guarantees and No Benefits for Citizens. In Conditions of...
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Opinion

Comment By Branka Prpa

A Rebellious Man

As the history of the 20th century shows us, drowning in the collective Self ends in a totalitarian order with an anti-human nature that...
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Conversations

Dino Mustafić, film and theatre director, current managing director of the Sarajevo National Theatre

The Balkans Moulded me Professionally

A leading Bosnian-Herzegovinian director, he is welcome everywhere around the region. He claims that his Bosnia wasn’t formed militarily or politically, but rather was...
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Profile

Gala Jovanović, ballerina

When the Stage Becomes the Only Reality

I have danced many roles that, as a little girl, seemed completely out of reach. In the moments before a premiere, I would often...
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Opinion

In Memoriam: His Holiness Pope Francis,
By H.E. Archbishop Santo Rocco Gangemi Apostolic Nuncio to Serbia

Journey Graced by Divine Signs

Making peace requires courage—courage to say yes to encounter and no to conflict; yes to dialogue and no to violence; yes to negotiation and...
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Green Serbia

Danijela Isailović, Manager of Renewable Energy Sources of Serbia (RES)

Greater Wind and Solar Energy Output

Although wind energy has so far dominated thanks to investments from global investors, the latest auctions and upcoming projects indicate that solar is fast...
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Serbian Food Stars Riyadh Expo

Fifteen Serbian food companies are making their mark at The Saudi Food Show in Riyadh, one of the Middle East’s premier...
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Business News

IKEA Serbia Enters New Era with Leadership Change

IKEA Serbia has appointed Aleksandar Rajčević as its new Market Manager, signalling a new chapter as the company posts...
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News

AliExpress Eyes Niš Logistics Hub

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba could soon establish a major logistics centre in the Serbian city of Niš, following the...
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Business News

CEBAC VIP Working Breakfast

Meeting of European diplomats and leaders of bilateral business organizations within CEBAC. An exclusive working breakfast of the Council of...
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News

Pope Leo XIV: An American Voice at the Helm of the Catholic Church

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to serve as the...
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Events

Events

Serbian Food Stars Riyadh Expo

Fifteen Serbian food companies are making their mark at The Saudi Food Show in Riyadh, one of the Middle East’s premier agri-food expos. Held at the expansive...
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Business News

CEBAC VIP Working Breakfast

Meeting of European diplomats and leaders of bilateral business organizations within CEBAC. An exclusive working breakfast of the Council of European Business Associations and Chambers...
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Diplomacy

Women for Women: IWC Fuels Local Action Across Serbia

In an uplifting show of solidarity, the International Women’s Club (IWC) has awarded funding to ten grassroots organisations across Serbia under its annual initiative, Women...
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Culture

Display of Serbian Avant-garde and Experimental Art

The exhibition Parallel Flows, showcasing 50 selected works from the Wiener Art Collection, opened at the Art Gallery of the Kruševac National Museum and will...
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Business News

The Annual Assembly of the Slovenian Business Club Held

On March 25th, the annual assembly of the Slovenian Business Club took place at the elegant Hotel IN, gathering over 50 members. Dr. Janez Vončina,...
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Events

Panel on Minority Languages in Finland Held

The Embassy of Finland, in collaboration with Finnagora – The Finnish Institute in Hungary and Europe House in Belgrade, organized a panel on minority...
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Official Conclusion of the 32nd Kopaonik Business Forum

The 32nd Kopaonik Business Forum has officially concluded, bringing together over 1,600 experts and providing a rich program that included 38 panels, three plenary...
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Diplomacy

H.E. İlhan Saygili, Ambassador of Türkiye to Serbia

The Rules Change With the Circumstances

One of the strongest aspects of our relationship with Serbia is trade, and the rules are even shifting in this area. In this context, together with our Serbian counterparts, we are evaluating how we can adapt to these transformations...
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Dr Mihailo Jovanović, Director of the Office for IT and eGovernment

Enhancing Services for Citizens and the Economy

Hi-Tech
Serbia’s digital transformation is accelerating the development of eGovernment and artificial intelligence, enabling citizens and businesses easier access to services and increased administrative efficiency Dr...
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Prof. Dr Dubravko Ćulibrk, Director of the Research and Development Institute for Artificial Intelligence of Serbia (IVI)

Driving AI Growth through Innovation and Collaboration

Hi-Tech
The vision of the Institute for Artificial Intelligence of Serbia is to become a global centre of excellence in scientific research and the transfer...
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Loucas Fourlas, MEP Chair of the EU Delegation to the Serbia-EU Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee

Serbia Needs Europe, and Europe Needs Serbia

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Unity and democracy are the only answers to any problems and challenges. Calmness, dialogue and respect for democracy — this is what Serbia needs,...
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H.E. Maria Levanti, Greek Ambassador to Serbia

Support From an Old Friend

Diplomacy
The recent letter of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in support of Serbia’s EU path, addressed to his EU counterparts and heads of EU...
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Business News

IKEA Serbia Enters New Era with Leadership Change

Business News
IKEA Serbia has appointed Aleksandar Rajčević as its new Market Manager, signalling a new chapter as the company posts strong growth and outlines ambitious...
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CEBAC VIP Working Breakfast

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Meeting of European diplomats and leaders of bilateral business organizations within CEBAC. An exclusive working breakfast of the Council of European Business Associations and Chambers...
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Sørensen’s Visit to Belgrade Highlights Need for Implementation of Dialogue Agreements

Business News
Peter Sørensen, the European Union’s Special Representative for the Belgrade–Pristina Dialogue,recently paid a working visit to Belgrade as part of his efforts to reinvigorate...
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New Collection Arrives at Pepco – Get Ready for Spring and Summer!

Business News
The arrival of warm weather lifts spirits, makes people more cheerful, and encourages socializing. However, it also serves as a reminder to refresh your...
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Business News

ProCredit Bank Clients Secure More Than Half of All Grant Funds from the Support Program for small enterprises

ProCredit Bank Serbia is one of eight banks and three leasing companies participating in the Support Program for small enterprises for procurement of equipment,...
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Business News

New Space, Same Passion! Burnout Moves to a New Location

Burnout has officially opened the doors of its new Ducati sales and service centre. Following a successful decade of collaboration with this globally renowned...
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Business News

EU’s Pharmaceutical Power Surge

In a year marked by global uncertainties, Europe’s pharmaceutical sector has emerged as a quiet powerhouse. Exports of medical and pharmaceutical products from the EU...
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Business News

The Annual Assembly of the Slovenian Business Club Held

On March 25th, the annual assembly of the Slovenian Business Club took place at the elegant Hotel IN, gathering over 50 members. Dr. Janez Vončina,...
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Republic Day of Kazakhstan Marked in Belgrade

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National Day of Azerbaijan

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National Day of Cyprus

Diplomacy
The Embassy of Cyprus organised a reception to mark the National Day of the country. Read more...
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Embassy of Indonesia marked the National day 

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H.E Pierre Koshar, Ambassador Of France, On The Occasion Of The 2023 Celebration Of The Fall Of The Bastille

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National Day Of Slovenia Marked

Diplomacy
President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar, who was in Belgrade on a working visit, attended a reception on the occasion of...
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Russia Day Marked

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A reception was organized at the Russian Embassy in Serbia marking the Russia Day, a national holiday established on the occasion of the adoption...
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World

Pope Leo XIV: An American Voice at the Helm of the Catholic Church

News
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to serve as the head of the Roman Catholic...
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Eighty Years Since Victory Day

News
Under a bright spring sky, central London transformed into a living monument to history as thousands gathered to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory...
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Multinational Corporations Dominate EU and EFTA Workforce

News
In 2023, over 151,000 multinational corporations employed nearly 50 million people across the EU and EFTA, with German, Dutch, and Swiss giants leading the...
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Serbia’s Trade Deficit Soars as Imports Outpace Exports

News
Serbia’s foreign trade shows a 7.7% increase, but a growing trade deficit highlights concerns over the country's economic balance. Serbia's foreign trade in the first...
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Region

Croatia and Serbia’s RETFOR Project

News
In a bold step towards tackling climate change through cross-border cooperation, the RETFOR project was launched as part of the Interreg Croatia–Serbia 2021–2027 programme. With...
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Bergant Appointed Slovenia’s Foreign Policy Adviser

Diplomacy
In a strategic reshuffle, Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar has appointed Damjan Bergant as her new foreign policy adviser. Bergant, a seasoned diplomat with extensive...
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EIB Global Channelled €693 Million to the Countries of the Western Balkans in 2024

News
In 2024, the European Investment Bank Group (EIB Global) financing for new projects reached €693 million in loans and grants for the countries of...
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Convincing Victory for Zoran Milanović in the Second Round of Croatia’s Presidential Elections

Region
The incumbent President of Croatia, Zoran Milanović, secured around 75% of the votes, while Dragan Primorac garnered approximately 25% of the votes cast in...
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Montenegro’s Foreign Trade Reaches €3.88 Billion

Business News
From January to October, Montenegro's total foreign trade amounted to €3.88 billion, with Serbia emerging as the country’s most significant trading partner, according to...
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Western Balkans Forge Ahead with EU Agricultural Collaboration

Business News
In a significant step toward modernizing and strengthening agriculture in the Western Balkans, Serbia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia have sealed cooperation agreements under the...
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MFIC Highlights Modest Gains in Montenegro’s Business Climate with 2024 Recommendations

Business News
The Montenegrin Foreign Investors Council (MFIC) has released its White Book - Investment Climate in Montenegro 2024, highlighting a slight improvement in the country’s...
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Focus

Convulsing Country

Resistance Yet to Find Its Political Voice

Focus
In a country overwhelmed by multiple crises, both the government and rebelling students and citizens desire a watershed moment – with the first group...
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Serbia and Technical Governments

Is it Different This Time?

Focus
The deepening political crisis and the PM’s resignation are likely to lead to negative economic indicators. However, viewed over the long run, they open...
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Constructiona nd Safety

The Canopy Symbolises Profound Negligence

Focus
The collapse of the Novi Sad train station’s concrete canopy completely laid bare the dismantling of the underlying postulates of the Serbian construction sector....
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Mass Protests in Europe and Serbia

Something Is Profoundly Wrong

Focus
Growing discontent with political elites, economic instability and global crises are fuelling mass protests across Europe. With traditional solutions failing, it remains uncertain whether...
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Diplomacy

Focus

A Call for Peace

After 14 months of brutal armed conflict, Israel’s leadership and Palestine’s Hamas are expected to soon sign an agreement on a ceasefire and the...
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Focus

U.S. Presidential Election

How Will Trump’s Return Shape The World?

The global landscape is constantly shifting, and the re-election of Donald Trump as U.S. president for a second term signals potential new challenges, as...
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Focus

Agriculture & Climate Change

Massive Adaptation Awaits Us

With climate change manifesting in such a pronounced way, we have every reason to comprehensively address options for sustainable and climate-smart agricultural development, though...
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Focus

Education

Who Dares to Ignore Teachers?

Many countries are facing a problem of teacher shortages. However, unlike other states that are actively seeking to implement measures to entice new personnel,...
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Focus

Lithium and Political Change

Mass Disaffection Needs to be Clearly Articulated

One rule that applies to all protests, including the latest lithium mining protests, is that any mass disaffection must be grounded in a clear...
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