Serbia reaffirms commitment to EU membership, eyes regional stability

Serbia’s aspiration to join the European Union remains unwavering, as the country reaffirms its commitment to EU integration and contributing to Europe's overall prosperity.

Serbia’s Acting Foreign Minister Marko Djuric made the declaration during a meeting with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, Caliber.Az reports citing Russian media.

"During the meeting, Djuric stressed that membership in the European Union is Serbia’s strategic choice. He noted that his country is firmly committed to its European path and wants to contribute to peace, stability, and prosperity in Europe as a reliable partner," the Serbian government said in a press statement.

The statement further quoted Minister Djuric expressing hope that the European Union would "acknowledge and positively assess Serbia’s efforts" in advancing its European integration process.

Additionally, Djuric emphasized that Serbia’s core priorities lie in maintaining stability in the region, fostering regional cooperation, and strengthening good neighborly relations. He concluded by reiterating that Serbia would continue its constructive efforts to ease tensions and contribute to the broader peace and stability of the Balkans.

Serbia is an official candidate for EU membership, alongside countries such as Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Türkiye, and Ukraine. However, Serbia faces pressure from Brussels to consent to granting Kosovo EU membership, which would entail the formal recognition of Kosovo’s independence. This remains one of the critical challenges Serbia must navigate in its bid for full EU integration.

By Vafa Guliyeva