Serbia’s New President Calls for ‘Dialogue’ over Kosovo

Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić, who was sworn in as the country’s president yesterday (31 May), wants to open a debate over the future of Kosovo, the breakaway province whose independence Belgrade has refused to recognise.

Vučić, 47, won a decisive 55.02% of votes in the 2 April election, confirming his domination over the Balkan country as he pursues a balancing act between Europe and Russia. Since then, many are protesting against his dictatorial trends.

“I will preserve Serbia’s integrity but I will always accept talks with Kosovo Albanians,” Vučić told lawmakers after taking his oath of office in parliament.

“I want that we open an internal dialogue over Kosovo… without prejudices, while respecting our constitution” which says Kosovo is part of Serbia, he said, adding that Serbia “should get rid of a mythic approach towards Kosovo.”

Source: Euractiv.com