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The Governor of the National Bank of Serbia, Jorgovanka Tabakovic, stated that inflation in Serbia is currently around 3.8%, with an expected decrease to about 3% by the end of the year. She emphasized that the banking sector is well capitalized and liquid, with a low level of non-performing loans at 2.3%. She also highlighted…
The law on subsidized housing loans in Serbia has been expanded to include auxiliary buildings, prefabricated houses on parents’ land, and to allow unemployed individuals to have a guarantor who is not a close family member. The state assumes the mortgage registration fee, and programs are linked with social support, including assistance to mothers who…
The article explains the legal obligations of self-employed entrepreneurs and craftsmen in Serbia regarding the retention of bank statements and other business documents. According to new regulations, the retention period for accounting documents, including bank statements, has been reduced from 10 to 8 years. New thresholds for revenue and profit that determine the obligation to…
The first international planning meeting for participation in the specialized Expo 2027 exhibition was held in Belgrade, marking the largest diplomatic gathering in Serbia. Over 400 delegates from more than 100 countries attended, demonstrating significant global interest. Finance Minister Siniša Mali emphasized Expo as the greatest development opportunity for Serbia and the region, highlighting the…
The direct railway line between Moscow and Pyongyang, the longest direct railway route in the world, will be resumed on June 17, announced Russian Railways. Trains will run twice a month, and the journey takes about eight days. This line represents an important transport corridor between Russia and North Korea, and there are plans to…
The Asia-Pacific markets saw a rise in indexes on Tuesday as investors awaited further details of trade talks between the US and China in London. Officials from both countries met to discuss trade issues, while strategists pointed to market uncertainty and recommended diversification of investments. Indices such as Japan’s Nikkei, South Korea’s Kospi, and China’s…
Warner Bros Discovery plans to split into two public companies next year. One company will focus on streaming studio content, including HBO Max, while the other will encompass global networks such as CNN, TNT, Sports, and Discovery. This decision aims to strengthen brands and provide greater strategic flexibility in a competitive media landscape. CEO David…
The unemployment rate in the UK rose to 4.6% in the three-month period from February to April, marking the highest level in nearly four years, according to the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS). At the same time, the annual growth in wages, including bonuses, slowed to 5.2%, below the expected 5.3%. The minimum wage…
Belgrade will host the specialized Expo 2027, which will feature the largest number of participants in the history of such events, with 114 countries confirming participation. The first international planning meeting was held in Belgrade, attended by high-ranking officials and representatives of numerous countries and international institutions. The theme of the Expo is “Play Humanity,…
The Secretary General of the International Bureau of Exhibitions (BIE), Dimitri Kerkentzes, stated that it is common practice for host countries of Expo events to introduce temporary laws and building permits to accelerate the construction of infrastructure related to the Expo. He noted that at Expo 2027 in Belgrade, the country pavilions will have temporary…
