Zoran Mihajlović has been elected as the new president of the Independent Trade Unions of Serbia (SSSS), promising to make the union the true voice of the people, not just a tool for the government. After years under the leadership of Ljubisav Orbović, Mihajlović, who previously served as the secretary of the SSSS Council, vows to regularly report on his activities and work on quickly revitalizing the organization. “I want to bring the union back to the individual, to be open, alive, not silent or hiding,” said the new president. He emphasizes that the union must stand where injustice exists, and the goal is not just to have a job, but a salary that allows a dignified life, not mere survival. This change comes at a time when workers’ rights in Serbia are often under attack, and unions face criticism for being too close to the authorities and not acting decisively enough. Mihajlović calls for awakening and strengthening the union as a force of individuals fighting for better working and living conditions. Will this new approach bring real change, or will the union remain just another powerless institution? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear — the promises are big, and the expectations even bigger. If you ever thought unions don’t do their job, maybe it’s time to give them another chance, or brace yourself for another round of disappointment. What do you think? Will Mihajlović manage to wake the union from its slumber, or will everything stay the same? Drop a comment, let the voice of the people be heard!
