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Vucic, Lajcak discuss developments in Kosovo-Metohija, position of Serbs
MOSTAR - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday he had had another open and concrete discussion with the EU special envoy for the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue Miroslav Lajcak about growing challenges that were ahead, the position of the Serbs, developments in Kosovo-Metohija and the shrinking space for resolving outstanding issues through constructive dialogue and respect of internati
Vucic: Flights to Mostar to connect peoples, business communities
MOSTAR - Kicking off a two-day working visit to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Monday renewed direct flights between Belgrade and Mostar would be very significant for connecting peoples and business communities.
Momirovic:We will fight to connect regional markets and to protect our interests
NOVI SAD - Serbian Minister of Internal and External Trade Tomislav Momirovic said on Monday Serbia would fight to connect regional markets, as well as to protect its interests.
One-Fifth of Bulgarians Believe COVID-19 Threat was Exaggerated
Data from a recent global poll conducted by the world association "Gallup International" represent the diverse perceptions surrounding the threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic. The survey, conducted between October and December 2023 across 44 countries, revealed that nearly half of the respondents, totaling 45%, believe that the threat of the coronavirus has been exaggerated.
Mali: Vucic has written to European leaders over Pristina's CoE admission
BELGRADE - Serbian Finance Minister Sinisa Mali said on Friday President Aleksandar Vucic had written to European leaders in the morning over the so-called Kosovo's potential admission to the Council of Europe (CoE), and said that showed Serbia would not surrender.
Vucic: I will write to UNGA president over procedural violations
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Thursday evening he had spoken with the UN General Assembly president and that he would send a letter to him via a special envoy on Monday to request that all procedural breaches regarding a Srebrenica resolution be considered thoroughly.
World Bank sees Western Balkan economies growing but reforms needed
Economic growth in the six Western Balkan countries is projected to rise 3.2% this year and 3.5% in 2025, going back to pre-pandemic averages but still too low for faster convergence with the European Union, the World Bank has said in a report.
Vucic: Serbia strongly advocating cooperation, stability
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received Christian Schmidt in Belgrade on Thursday to discuss current developments and EU integration and development processes in the region.
Momirovic: Serbia will always stand with Srpska, we must boost trade
BANJALUKA - The policy of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is that Serbia will always stand with Republika Srpska while respecting the Dayton Agreement and the sovereignty of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbian Minister of Internal and External Trade Tomislav Momirovic said after meeting with Republika Srpska Minister of Trade and Tourism Denis Sulic in Banjaluka Wednesday.
Serbia's January-February external trade at 10.55 bln euros
BELGRADE - Serbia's external goods trade in January-February totalled 10.55 bln euros, which is a 0.6 pct increase y-o-y, according to figures released by the national statistical office.
Goods exports were worth 4.661 bln euros, rising by 3.2 pct y-o-y, while imports totalled 5.888 bln euros, declining by 1.3 pct y-o-y.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: EU leaders agree to open membership talks
This article was produced by Tanjug in collaboration with European news agencies as part of the European Newsroom (ENR) project.
BRUSSELS - The EU leaders' decision to initiate negotiation talks with Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) marked a historic moment for the country.
Foreign Ministry welcomes start of Bosnia and Herzegovina EU accession negotiations
The Foreign Ministry has said it "warmly welcomes the decision of the European Council to start the accession negotiations of Bosnia and Herzegovina with the European Union."
EU Leaders Unveil Bold Measures: Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukrainian Aid
European leaders have unveiled a series of decisive measures aimed at bolstering support for Ukraine and strengthening the European Union's defense capabilities, following a high-stakes meeting chaired by European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
EU leaders agree to open membership talks with Bosnia
EU leaders on Thursday agreed to open talks with Bosnia on joining the bloc, though negotiations will only begin in earnest once the Balkan country has passed more key reforms.
"Congratulations! Your place is in our European family. Today's decision is a key step forward on your EU path," European Council head Charles Michel wrote on X, as leaders met at a Brussels summit.
Vucevic meets with Bosnia and Herzegovina army chief
BELGRADE - Serbian Deputy PM and Defence Minister Milos Vucevic met with Bosnia and Herzegovina Armed Forces Chief of Joint Staff Maj Gen Gojko Knezevic on Wednesday, the Serbian Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
Vucevic noted that further strengthening of bilateral relations required commitment on both sides.