The EU faces challenges in supporting democracy in Serbia due to a lack of pro-democracy advocates within the country. An open letter from Commissioner Marta Kos emphasizes the need for inclusive dialogue. Serbian society's blame towards the EU highlights deep-rooted nationalism and political conflict.
Tag: Aleksandar Vucic
Lithium of discord
Serbian protests against the Rio Tinto lithium mining were not motivated by environmentalism but instead were aimed at the Serbian ruling kleptocrats.
The square circle logic of Serbian protests
Recent protests in Serbia, notably the general strike, aim to challenge the autocratic regime of President Vucic. However, the protests often lack effective impact. Official demands focus on transparency and university funding, but protesters avoid directly calling for regime change due to socio-political taboos.
Serbian Odious Party
Aleksandar Vucic and his big-tent coalition have been in power since 2012, and even if they weren't an incompetent, repressive kakistocracy, in most societies that have parliamentary and presidential elections they would have most likely overstay their welcome after twelve years in office.
