{"id":18410,"date":"2026-04-26T10:29:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-26T09:29:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldpolicyconference.com\/?p=18410"},"modified":"2026-10-09T13:04:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T12:04:51","slug":"vucic-criticizes-europes-strategy-sends-signals-to-eu-and-domestic-scene-amid-election-talk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldpolicyconference.com\/fr\/vucic-criticizes-europes-strategy-sends-signals-to-eu-and-domestic-scene-amid-election-talk\/","title":{"rendered":"Vu\u010di\u0107 Criticizes Europe\u2019s Strategy, Sends Signals to EU and Domestic Scene Amid Election Talk"},"content":{"rendered":"

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26.04.2026<\/p>\n

Serbian President Aleksandar Vu\u010di\u0107, speaking at the International Conference on Global Politics in Chantilly, France, delivered a broad critique of Europe\u2019s trajectory, arguing that the continent is \u201closing many battles\u201d and falling behind the United States and China in key areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, security, and defense. At the same time, he left open the possibility of early elections in Serbia, without announcing a date, linking the coming period to \u201cmajor and important decisions\u201d for citizens.<\/p>\n

Responding to a question from Thierry de Montbrial about the future of Europe and the European Union, Vu\u010di\u0107 said Europeans often overestimate their position in the global system while underestimating the pace at which other powers are advancing. As he noted, Europe remains one of the most attractive places in the world, but cannot ignore its low growth, demographic pressures, and the technological gap separating it from its main global competitors.<\/p>\n

His remarks went beyond economic concerns. The Serbian president linked Europe\u2019s lagging position to a lack of strategic and bold decision-making, arguing that the continent often moves slowly, constrained by technical and bureaucratic processes. He also pointed to the growing influence of social media on policymaking, noting that European political leadership is increasingly shaped by the need to avoid backlash in the digital public sphere.<\/p>\n

In the same context, Vu\u010di\u0107 sent a clear message to Brussels that Serbia\u2019s European path remains a strategic choice, but cannot be detached from the specificities of its foreign policy. He reiterated Belgrade\u2019s stance on Kosovo, stressing that major powers such as China, India, and Russia have not recognized its independence, and underlined that Serbia cannot fully align with the European Union\u2019s foreign policy while issues it considers vital to its sovereignty remain unresolved.<\/p>\n

His reference to Kosovo also had a broader dimension. Vu\u010di\u0107 drew a parallel between how the West addresses violations of Ukraine\u2019s territorial integrity and its stance toward Serbia, arguing that Europe should apply international law principles consistently. In doing so, he placed Serbia\u2019s position within a wider debate on the credibility of the international order and the role of major powers.<\/p>\n

His intervention also carried a clear domestic political dimension. Vu\u010di\u0107 announced that the Serbian Progressive Party will hold a major rally in Belgrade around the period of Vidovdan, noting that important decisions for the country will be made at that time. He did not clarify whether these would involve early elections or another political initiative but left open the possibility of an electoral contest.<\/p>\n

The Serbian president called on all sides to remain calm and respect differing views, referring both to those backing the slogan \u201cstudents win\u201d and those supporting \u201cSerbia wins.\u201d Through this framing, he sought to present a potential political confrontation as a legitimate institutional process of choice, emphasizing that whoever wins the elections will have the responsibility to govern and implement changes in the country.<\/p>\n

Particular weight was also given to his reference to Vladan \u0110oki\u0107, whom he presented as a potential political opponent with strong external, political, and media backing. This remark serves as a message to the domestic audience, placing a possible election within a broader framework of confrontation not only between individuals, but also between differing visions of Serbia\u2019s international orientation.<\/p>\n

Overall, Vu\u010di\u0107\u2019s statements point to a dual strategy. Toward the European Union, he emphasizes the need for faster and more ambitious decision-making, while seeking greater understanding of Serbia\u2019s position. Domestically, he maintains political initiative, keeping the election option open without committing to a specific timeline.<\/p>\n

For Belgrade, the current moment offers room for negotiating leverage but also carries risks. Criticism of Europe may reinforce the narrative of an independent Serbian policy, yet the European path remains a key factor for the country\u2019s economy, investment climate, and international standing. Vu\u010di\u0107\u2019s next moves, particularly around Vidovdan, will indicate whether the rhetoric of \u201cmajor decisions\u201d translates into an electoral surprise or a new political initiative aimed at reshaping the domestic landscape.<\/p>\n

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