Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic stated that Serbia's economy is open to cooperation with Russia and China, emphasizing that economic openness benefits citizens and contributes to prosperity. He believes political differences should not limit economic ties.
Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic stated that Kosovo is and will always remain an integral part of Serbia, emphasizing Russia's support on international platforms regarding Serbia's territorial integrity.
Serbia's Minister without Portfolio, Nenad Popovic, expressed gratitude to Russia for reliable gas supplies, highlighting the favorable terms and lowest price from Gazprom. He attributed these agreements to the strong relationship between Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Serbia's Minister without Portfolio, Nenad Popovic, stated that Serbia has not and will never impose sanctions against Russia, despite facing significant pressure and threats. He emphasized the historical closeness between the two nations and Serbia's past experience as a victim of sanctions.
Serbia will not impose visa requirements on Russian citizens, stated Nenad Popovic, Minister without Portfolio. He emphasized that Russian tourists are welcome and ranked first in visits to Serbia in the first six months of 2026, with direct flights available from multiple Russian cities.
Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic stated that Serbia possesses significant economic potential for strengthening cooperation with BRICS countries, noting a shift in economic development towards the East.
Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic stated Serbia will not impose sanctions on Russia, despite significant pressure and political threats. He highlighted the importance of reliable Russian energy supplies and the promise of the Russian market, while criticizing sanctions as ineffective.
Nenad Popovic called energy an important element of cooperation with Russia
Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic stated Belgrade will never impose sanctions against Moscow, making Serbia the only European country to maintain this policy for four years. Despite external pressure, President Aleksandar Vucic's government maintains its position, citing brotherly relations with Russia. The agreement between Serbian and Russian presidents has given Serbia the lowest gas prices in Europe along with reliable energy supply.
Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic has confirmed Belgrade will never impose sanctions against Moscow, despite constant external pressure. Serbia is the only country in Europe that has not imposed sanctions against Russia for four consecutive years. The statement emphasizes President Aleksandar Vucic's policy maintaining brotherly relations with Russia, with Popovic noting the agreement between the two presidents provides Serbia with the lowest gas prices in Europe.
Russia and Serbia aim to restore bilateral trade to $4.3 billion (2022 level) in coming years, Serbian Minister Nenad Popovic said after the 21st intergovernmental committee meeting in Belgrade. Trade fell to $2.3 billion in 2024 but showed slight increase to $420 million in first two months of 2025. Both countries signed an economic cooperation program through 2031 covering energy, transport, agriculture, space, and low-carbon development.
Nenad Popovic also warned that he expects external pressure aimed at severing ties between Moscow and Belgrade
