Novi Sad, a city boasting titles like European Youth Capital and candidate for European City of Sport, is back in the spotlight. Mayor Žarko Mićin and Czech Ambassador Jan Bondi discussed boosting cooperation between Novi Sad and Czech cities. The topics? Education, economy, agriculture, culture, and sports — all areas expected to see “joint growth” and “knowledge exchange.” But is this just another diplomatic phrase or something that will truly change citizens’ lives?
Novi Sad prides itself on its IT center and titles, but will cooperation with Czechia bring real investments and an economic boom? The mayor and ambassador say yes, emphasizing that it will increase competitiveness and attract foreign investors. Sounds great, but where are the concrete plans and deadlines?
While Novi Sad talks about the future, other parts of Serbia, like Požega, tell a different story. The public company Srbijavode denied involvement in designing and building the highway section to Požega after false information spread on social media. This is a reminder of how important it is to verify information and how easily confusion can arise in the public.
In short, Novi Sad and Czechia promise cooperation that will bring “continuous growth in citizens’ economic standards.” But as we wait to see if this really happens, we can only wonder — are these diplomatic visits and talks just another chance for pretty words or the start of something truly big? Got thoughts? Share them — maybe together we’ll uncover what’s really behind those diplomatic smiles.
