Serbia
Serbian opposition leader arrested during blockade of historic Belgrade bridge
Pressure on the Serbian government has been mounting since the Novi Sad railway station disaster claimed 15 lives.
Protestors block Serbian courthouse over deadly roof collapse
The roof collapse at Novi Sad railway station on November 1 claimed 15 lives, with critics blaming systemic corruption and poorly executed renovations.
Watchdog warns Western Balkan banks are conduits for money laundering
Criminal networks are exploiting banks and other financial institutions across the Western Balkans to move illicit money across borders, says a report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.
So you want to get on the right side of Donald Trump? Try gift-wrapping a hotel
Though he’s busy preparing for his second stint in the White House, his brand is still doing business the world over.
Serbia to launch Tesla Venture studio in January 2025
Startup “factory” intended to position Belgrade as a regional centre for entrepreneurship and start-up growth, says Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
PPF mulling bid for United Group's telecom assets in Southeastern Europe
United Group’s telecoms assets in southeastern Europe have been put up for a potential sale.
Telekom Srbija plans US expansion after Trump's victory
CEO Vladimir Lucic believes Trump's re-election could benefit both the Serbian economy and Telekom Srbija.
Serbs protest in Belgrade over fatal train station collapse
Protest reflected growing public outrage over the country’s poor infrastructure and the government’s handling of recent construction projects.
Serbian President Vucic optimistic on relations with Trump-led US after first phone call
"Very cordial" phone conversation signals a potential shift in regional dynamics as Trump prepares to take office.
COMMENT: Will the renewal of the Serbia-Russia gas deal prolong Moscow's energy dominance in Europe?
Gazprom’s gas supply contract with Serbia is due to expire in 2025.
Serbia plans €2.68bn infrastructure spending spree in 2025
Major investment package is part of Belgrade's ongoing efforts to enhance its infrastructure and support economic growth.
Congratulatory words for Trump mask fears of destabilisation in Western Balkans
Political leaders take to X to congratulate Trump, while speculation mounts about whether his second presidency will enable destabilisation of the situations in Bosnia and Kosovo.
Mass protest in Serbia’s Novi Sad over deadly station canopy collapse turns violent
Masked men clash with police at Novi Sad city hall as thousands-strong protest reveals the extent of public frustration with Serbia's government.
Serbian infrastructure minister resigns over deadly train station accident
Collapse of railway station canopy in Novi Sad left 14 people dead and three others seriously injured.
Fears a Trump comeback could empower Balkan nationalists
New Trump administration poses risks to stability in volatile region, warns paper published by ECFR.
Serbia’s mourning turns to anger after deadly roof collapse
Protests erupt after canopy collapsed at Novi Sad railway station, resulting in the deaths of 14 people.
EBRD, EU to secure €400mn for Western Balkans’ green transition
Programme to provide €120mn of targeted SME financing in the Western Balkans region in its initial phase, scaling up to €400mn over the next few years.
US imposes sanctions on Bulgarian, Montenegrin and Serbian firms over Russia links
The United States expanded sanctions on October 31, targeting almost 400 individuals and companies globally for allegedly aiding Russia's military efforts.
EU enlargement progresses amid geopolitical tensions
Several aspiring EU members make significant progress in 2024, but more reforms needed, says European Commission’s latest enlargement package.
OCSiAI opens cutting-edge graphene nanotube facility in Serbia
Plant to be the only site globally dedicated solely to industrial-scale graphene nanotube production, supplying industries worldwide.