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• The EWI project is implemented in four countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, North Macedonia, and Montenegro, with the goal of enhancing women's economic rights and opportunities. Care Balkans
• Officials last night insisted that return hubs could still be negotiated with other Balkan nations, such as Serbia, Bosnia and North Macedonia. Daily Mail
• The region, comprising Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia, is expected to see a collective growth of 3.7% in 2025, reflecting a positive outlook amid global economic uncertainties. BalkanEU
• There are even reports that Georgia and Serbia, nations that have applied to become members of the European Union could be perspective candidates for BRICS - though Serbia, at least, has publicly still pushed to be a member of the European Union. Church of God News -
• Alongside the changes to the Law on Energy, the National Assembly adopted the Energy Sector Development Strategy of the Republic of Serbia up to 2040 with Projections up to 2050. Balkan Green Energy News
• The six countries in the region-Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia - are expected to see a collective growth of 3.2% in 2025, slightly below previous forecasts. BalkanEU
• A reduction in U.S. and NATO military presence in Kosovo could facilitate closer cooperation between Serbia and Russia. Turkiye Today
• The increase in life expectancy will be largest in South Korea, some western European countries, and some emerging economies, and smallest in the USA, Japan, Sweden, Greece, Macedonia, and Serbia. PubMed Central (PMC)
• The EU has a once in a generation opportunity to complete the unification of Europe and wants to embrace Serbia and other candidate countries in the Western Balkans. thecanadianpressnews.ca
• The combined economic growth of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia will reach 3.2% in 2025, 0.5 percentage points below previous projections. Mirage News
• The Hungarian government has not publicly framed the agreement as part of a new regional bloc, but analysts warn that its increasing alignment with Serbia could contribute to deeper fragmentation in the Balkans. DailyNewsHungary
• Enlargement/Kosovo, Serbia and Turkey: the Foreign Affairs Committee will evaluate reforms by Kosovo and Serbia on their path to EU membership, and EU-Turkiye relations. EUbusiness.com | EU news, business and politics
• European governments expect Serbia to make further progress in the area of the rule of law and the normalization of relations with Pristina. Diplomacy&Commerce
• As Russia continues to ramp up the pressure over Ukraine and apply more pressure on Europeans, it could well use its influence in Serbia and Republika Srpska to cause a diversion that Europe will have to address. Eurasia Review
• In the unlikely event of renewed conflict in the Balkans, Russia simply is not going to strike targets with its long-range missiles for the sake of Serbia in Kosovo (or anywhere else). CIRSD
• Serbia is expected to accelerate the implementation of EU-accession related reforms across the board, with a particular focus on rule of law, media, and civil society. Dods Political Intelligence
• Tensions on the Kosovo-Serbia border could increase, especially if Kosovo develops closer ties with the EU while Serbia aligns more closely with Russia. Fitch Solutions
• Enlight Renewable Energy has begun commercial operations at the Pupin 94 MW wind farm in Serbia, with full capacity expected by Q1 2025, six months ahead of schedule. Spotify for Creators
• Serbia in 2025 presents a wealth of investment opportunities across various sectors, from renewable energy and technology to agriculture and real estate. Serbia.com
• With fertile land, an abundance of natural resources, and a favorable climate, Serbia offers substantial opportunities for investors in agriculture and agribusiness. Serbia.com
• Growing Demand: As Serbia's energy needs increase, there is a growing demand for clean and sustainable energy sources, creating opportunities for wind farms, solar parks, and hydroelectric power stations. Serbia.com
• From traditional industries like agriculture to emerging sectors such as technology and renewable energy, there are numerous opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on Serbia's potential. Serbia.com
• Tensions between Serbia and Kosovo will remain high, and look out for flashpoints in Moldova and Nagorno-Karabakh. Original 106

Last updated: 13 June 2025