Austrian chancellor visits Belgrade, then Pristina

They discussed "bilateral and economic cooperation between the two countries, the European integration of integration of Serbia and the current situation in the region."

Brnabic "expressed her gratitude to Austria for the support it provides to Serbia in the process of European integration and the opening of new chapters, and expressed the belief that this support will continue in the future."

The interlocutors agreed that the two countries are important economic partners, stating that a large number of Austrian companies operate in Serbia and employ approximately 20,000 workers. They discussed expanding economic cooperation and strengthening cooperation within the banking sector.

The Austrian chancellor praised the results of economic reforms in Serbia and impressive success in achieving high growth rates, economic stability and economic recovery.

The prime minister stressed that Belgrade is ready to continue dialogue with Pristina, which it has shown by meeting the obligations from the Brussels Agreement, and that it expects the Pristina side to take a responsible approach to the implementation of what has been agreed.

In this regard, Brnabic expressed her gratitude to Austria for supporting the continuation of the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina.

She particularly thanked Austria for its support to the government of Serbia in the field of e-government, as the most effective way to fight corruption and the gray economy, as well as to help strengthen the capacity of public administration.

Kurz assessed that Serbia as a reliable partner in the fight against illegal migration and human trafficking and expressed gratitude for the help and support that our country provides in this area.