According to a report published by the Swiss newspaper Tages-Anzeiger, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has reportedly pledged significant financial resources to maintain his political standing. The article suggests that Vučić plans to transition from the presidency to a role as prime minister, intending to continue governing under a model likened to that of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The newspaper detailed that the promises involve one-time payments directed toward various groups of citizens.
These beneficiaries include pensioners, recipients of social assistance, and a category described as “war veterans,” specifically those involved in conflicts during the dissolution of Yugoslavia. In total, the payments pledged by Vučić, who is described by the publication as a highly influential figure in the Balkan nation, amount to approximately 600 million euros. While the opposition has characterized these pledges as instances of vote-buying, President Vučić has publicly maintained that his actions are solely intended to serve the welfare of the citizens.
The report from the Swiss publication thus highlights a combination of financial promises and political maneuvering surrounding the future direction of governance in Serbia.
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