Vucic: I believe in new government, challenging times are ahead

BELGRADE - Congratulating new PM Milos Vucevic and his cabinet, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Thursday wished them success and "much hard work", noting that he believed in the new Government of Serbia and that "challenging times are ahead of us."

"To me, the most important thing is that they accomplish goals - looking after the people, wage increases and the EXPO. I expect the government to confront the numerous challenges and the political clouds gathering over Serbia, and that, together, we ensure progress of Serbia," Vucic told the RTS in an interview.

He noted that he expected Serbia to be the region's most successful country by the time the new government's term ends in late 2027.

Speaking about an upcoming visit to Serbia by Chinese President Xi Jinping, Vucic said it was a huge honour, responsibility and obligation and a big opportunity for...