AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSerbian Orthodox Church & “Serbian World”: A new analysis looks at how the Serbian Orthodox Church has grown into a political and cultural force across the Balkans, with Montenegro highlighted as a key flashpoint for identity and church influence. AI in public life: A regional roundup traces how AI-powered governance is spreading across the Balkans, from Bulgaria’s plans for a “council of robots” to Albania’s earlier move to appoint an AI minister for public procurement. Belgrade politics & civic tension: Belgrade streets were closed ahead of the ruling SNS rally “Serbia, one family,” staged just before another anti-government protest in Kraljevo. Culture, faith & remembrance: Prime Minister Djuro Macut met the Jewish community’s rabbi, stressing inter-religious dialogue and educating young people about WWII suffering. Sports & Serbian visibility: Novak Djokovic’s Prime Video documentary “The Wolf in Winter” is set for Aug. 20, while he also joins General Atlantic as a global strategic adviser. Research funding in Serbia: Serbia’s 2025 budget spending on research and development reached 42.4 bln dinars, up 8.9%. Heatwave backdrop: Europe’s record-breaking heat is disrupting daily life and public events, with Serbia among countries issuing emergency measures.
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