The Serbian Parliament session continued with discussions on amendments to the proposed changes in electronic media laws, part of three media laws under consideration. The coalition ‘Nada’ MPs announced a boycott of parliamentary work. During the debate, Minister Bratina defended his visit to Russia and emphasized the importance of representing Serbia’s interests, while opposition MPs criticized the lack of alignment with European requirements and the spread of Russian propaganda. The debate also included criticisms of the competence of certain ministers and political narratives regarding Serbia-Russia relations and European integration.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the need for media laws to align with European standards and criticize the government’s engagement with Russia, highlighting concerns about propaganda and democratic backsliding. They focus on the boycott by opposition MPs as a protest against undemocratic practices.
Center: Centrist sources report the parliamentary session factually, noting the legislative process on media laws and the political tensions, including the boycott by the coalition ‘Nada’. They present statements from both government officials defending their actions and opposition critiques, maintaining a balanced tone.
Right: Right-leaning media highlight the government’s efforts to represent Serbian interests internationally, including the visit to Russia, portraying it as a positive diplomatic engagement. They criticize opposition MPs for boycotting parliament and frame European demands as militant or intrusive, defending national sovereignty.
