Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced that following the parliamentary elections won by the coalition led by his Serbian Progressive Party (SNS or SPP as some translate it), Serbia is poised to move closer to European Union membership and begin negotiations with concessions on Kosovo and Metohija. Vučić conveyed this message at the coalition’s headquarters, signaling a clear path toward European integration while acknowledging the painful realities of the regional settlement process. (RIA News)
Vučić stressed that Serbia stands at the threshold of a challenging period. Belgrade will engage with European partners and push forward with reforms and dialogue aimed at joining the EU, even as it remains steadfast about its core national priorities. (RIA News)
He emphasized that negotiations with Pristina will be tough, requiring difficult compromises. Yet Serbia will consistently defend Kosovo and Metohija as an integral part of its sovereign territory, balancing European aspirations with national interests. (RIA News)
Earlier reports indicated that the coalition named “Aleksandar Vučić – Serbia Must Not Stop” held a lead in Serbia’s parliamentary elections, securing a majority of votes after processing a portion of ballots. The alliance garnered about 53.81 percent of valid votes with 8.35 percent tallied, placing the opposition bloc “Serbia Against Violence” in second with roughly 14.46 percent. (RIA News)
In related commentary, it was noted that the ruling coalition was projected to win an absolute majority in the national parliament, reinforcing its mandate to pursue a reform-focused agenda while maintaining a strategic stance on regional issues. (RIA News)
Vučić also spoke about the broader direction of Serbia’s foreign policy, including the potential developments in relations with the Russian Federation, signaling a multi-vector approach that seeks to preserve national interests across key partnerships. (RIA News)