Usain Bolt, multiple Olympic champion and world record holder in athletics, visited Belgrade Waterfront together with the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Serbia, Siniša Mali. During the tour, Bolt had the opportunity to see significant landmarks of Belgrade, including Beograđanka, the National Assembly, and the Temple of Saint Sava, as well as the new part of the city, New Belgrade. Bolt expressed his admiration for the appearance of Belgrade and the progress the city has made. The visit is part of the preparations for the specialized Expo exhibition to be held in Belgrade from May 15 to August 15, with Bolt as the first official ambassador of the exhibition. Participation of several countries and around four million visitors is expected during the event.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning reports emphasize the cultural and social significance of Usain Bolt’s visit to Belgrade, highlighting the city’s development and the Expo as a platform for international cooperation and cultural exchange. They may also focus on the positive impact of such events on local communities and urban renewal.
Center: Center-leaning reports provide a balanced view, focusing on the facts of Bolt’s visit, the progress of the Belgrade Waterfront project, and the upcoming Expo event. They highlight the economic and infrastructural development aspects, as well as the international attention brought by Bolt’s role as ambassador.
Right: Right-leaning reports emphasize national pride and the achievements of Serbia in urban development and international events. They highlight the government’s role, particularly that of Siniša Mali, in the successful realization of the Belgrade Waterfront project and the Expo, portraying Bolt’s visit as a recognition of Serbia’s progress.