Hopes raised for a reset in relations with EU and other partners following the defeat of authoritarian president
More European leaders have now logged in after the weekend and are sending their congratulations to Serbia’s Student List after their win over Vučić last night.
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said:
“There have been changes in Serbia – a victory of the Student List @studentblokade. And this is clearly a new chapter in the history of the country and its people. We wish Serbia success, real development, and warm relations with the European community.
We in Ukraine thank Serbia for respecting our people, our state, and our independence. And we always celebrate our shared achievements – everything that strengthens our societies and gives people more opportunities. We are ready to continue expanding our cooperation, and may all the good hopes of the people of Serbia come true!”
“The parliamentary elections in Serbia are clearly decided. We congratulate the Student List! With its demands for the rule of law, the fight against corruption, and fundamental freedoms, it has reached the people. We will actively support Serbia’s European path.”
“Congratulations to the Student List on its decisive victory and to the people of Serbia that turned out in record numbers to choose their future. This is an opportunity to strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and the fight against corruption. Sweden continues to support reforms that underpin Serbia’s EU accession.”
“The people of Serbia have made their voices heard. Congratulations to the Student List @studentblokade on its electoral victory.
Their calls for democracy, the rule of law and the fight against corruption reflect the importance of building trust in democratic institutions.
“The defeat of press freedom predator Aleksandar Vucic by the opposition movement Student List in the Sunday parliamentary election offers a historic opportunity to restore media freedom. RSF hails the courageous work of all journalists who resisted Vucic’s oppression for more than a decade.”
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