Serbia
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Russia accuses EU of “Euronazism” over victory day threats to Serbia
Russia has sharply criticised the European Union after reports emerged that Brussels could block Serbia’s accession bid if its president attends a military parade in Moscow commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany.
Serbia installs political newcomer as PM amid protests
Medical professor Djuro Macut will head a largely unchanged cabinet in a move aimed at defusing months of anti-government protests triggered by a fatal infrastructure collapse.
Serbian students continue blockade of state broadcaster RTS
A student-led blockade of Serbia’s national broadcaster RTS entered its third day on April 16, as demonstrators continued to decry biased reporting and state media complicity in a deepening political crisis.
Serbian students arrive in Strasbourg to urge EU action on protests
Students made a 13-day, 1,400-kilometre bicycle journey from Novi Sad to Strasbourg, called on European institutions to break their silence over months of anti-government protests in Serbia.
New study reveals extent of Russian disinformation targeting Emerging Europe
'Pravda network' targeting regions of geopolitical interest for the Kremlin with negative impact on democracy and regional stability.
Serbian PM-designate unveils new cabinet
Djuro Macut has proposed a 30-member cabinet with many old faces after student protests forced the resignation of his predecessor.
Western Balkans countries struggle to reverse demographic decline
Governments turn to short-term fixes and immigration push to tackle deepening demographic crisis but shy away from deeper reforms, says OSW report.
UPDATE: Hungary blocks EU sanctions on Serbia's deputy PM
Vulin claims Hungary and Slovakia have blocked EU sanctions on him after he made a series of controversial remarks in the European Parliament earlier this week.
Serbia's Vucic mobilises supporters for weekend rally in the capital
President seeks to display strength following months of protests and dwindling support.
Serbia keeps reference interest rate steady at 5.75%
The National Bank of Serbia left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 5.75% on April 10, marking the seventh consecutive month it has held borrowing costs steady.
Vucic in Paris as Serbia faces domestic tensions
Vucic boasted about his friendship with Macron, noting that they like to exchange wine and sometimes stay up until the early hours talking.
JFE Shoji opens first factory in Europe – in Serbia
Japanese company JFE Shoji inaugurated a state-of-the-art factory in the Serbian town of Inđija on April 8, marking its first manufacturing plant in Europe.
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Serbs from Kosovo march to Belgrade for pro-government rally
While pro-government Serbs march to the capital Belgrade, a group of 80 students are cycling in the other direction to Strasbourg, to demand EU support for the ongoing protests against the government.
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Picula: Serbia will not enter EU while it sits on four chairs
Serbia's long path to EU membership remains uncertain under its current leadership, which “sits in four chairs”, according to the European Parliament rapporteur for Serbia, Tonino Picula.
Italian pianist expelled from Serbia for supporting protests
Martello was expelled from Serbia on April 6 after participating in a student protest in the southern city of Niš.
COMMENT: Reforms and enlargement must go together for the Western Balkans
If the EU cannot deliver progress in accession, it risks undermining the incentive for countries to continue reforming.
BALKAN BLOG: Putin’s ally pushes Bosnia to the verge of war
The international community will have to step up to prevent new clashes in Bosnia.
Serbian president appoints outsider to be next PM
Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic nominated Dr. Djuro Macut as the new Prime Minister-designate on April 6, following the resignation of Prime Minister Milos Vucevic in January.
EU says Serbia is vacuum obsessed
Serbia’s love affair with household electrical appliances, particularly vacuum cleaners, is raising concerns over consumer safety, with the EU stepping in to ensure proper regulation and market oversight.
The rise of war-hardened Balkan crime groups in South America’s cocaine market
Global Initiative report reveals organised crime groups from the Western Balkans have firmly embedded themselves in South America’s cocaine trade.