AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEBRD in Belgrade: The EBRD named Grzegorz Zielinski Managing Director for South‑Eastern Europe, with his regional headquarters based in Belgrade from June 1—an immediate signal that Serbia is central to regional investment and reform Growth Forecast: The European Commission expects Serbia’s economy to grow 2.8% in 2026 (3.9% in 2027), while noting a temporary fiscal deficit rise to 3.2% and public debt edging up to 45% of GDP NIS/MOL Deadline Pressure: President Vučić warned talks with MOL over NIS are “not going well” and said Serbia is hoping the US OFAC will understand its position as the May 22 deadline nears Ukraine Trade Reset: Serbia and Ukraine agreed to resume free‑trade agreement negotiations, with a joint statement signed in Belgrade as business ties and market access move back to the top of the agenda Logistics Strain: Transport firms warn new EU rules for professional drivers could raise costs and disrupt supply chains, adding to border delays and driver shortages Regional Politics: Tensions in northern Kosovo are rising ahead of snap parliamentary elections, after arrests tied to Serbia‑backed institutions sparked protests.
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