In the first quarter of 2025, the total number of passenger motor vehicles entering Serbia increased by 3.9% compared to the same period last year. Most foreign-registered vehicles came from Germany, Austria, and Hungary. The number of vehicles exiting Serbia increased by 6.7%, with the highest traffic at border crossings with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Hungary. The busiest border crossings for entry were Batrovci and Horgoš, while for exit they were Batrovci, Horgoš, and Preševo. The number of passengers entering Serbia decreased by 5.7%, and the number of passengers exiting decreased by 4.1%.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning sources tend to emphasize the social and economic implications of the increased vehicle traffic, highlighting the importance of cross-border mobility for workers and families in the region. They may also discuss the environmental impact of increased vehicle movement and call for sustainable transport policies.
Center: Center-leaning sources report the statistics in a straightforward manner, focusing on the factual data about vehicle and passenger flows at the border crossings. They highlight the economic significance of these crossings for trade and travel without much political commentary.
Right: Right-leaning sources emphasize border security and national sovereignty, discussing the importance of monitoring and controlling the flow of vehicles and people. They may also highlight the role of these border crossings in national economic interests and stress the need for efficient border management.
