Here we go again, Marko Đurić, Serbia’s Foreign Minister, serving us the same old story about “national interests” and “vision for development” at the 55th session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Antigua and Barbuda. Is this a bridge to the Americas or just another diplomatic cliché? Đurić claims Serbia’s foreign policy is “based on rational assessments” and focused on “protecting sovereignty and territorial integrity” – sounds like Serbia cares about itself but is also scared someone might take something away.
He boasts that Serbia, as a permanent observer in the OAS, believes in multilateralism and has already launched joint projects in education, tourism, and digital transformation. But is that enough? Serbia reportedly has “dynamic growth in bilateral relations” with OAS member states and is ready to expand cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, and education. It all sounds like Serbia wants to be a bridge between Europe and the Americas, but is it really so or just diplomatic wishful thinking?
Đurić also notes that Belgrade will host a specialized expo where countries can showcase their achievements and values. Maybe this is Serbia’s chance to prove it’s not just a passive observer but an active player on the international stage. But will it change Serbia’s real position in the world?
In times of global challenges like climate change and digital security, Đurić says international cooperation is more essential than ever. The OAS plays a vital role in the Western Hemisphere, and Serbia wants to be a European partner and a bridge for cooperation between regions. It all sounds nice, but the question remains – how ready is Serbia to engage actively, and how independent is its policy really?
If you’re tired of hearing diplomatic fluff, maybe it’s time to ask yourself – is this just another show for the public or a real strategy? What do you think? Is Serbia really building bridges or just tossing out little footbridges? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s for the bridge and who’s ready to jump into the unknown!
