AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU-Western Balkans Diplomacy: European Council President António Costa will tour the region June 1–5, meeting leaders in Sarajevo, Tirana, Skopje, Pristina and Belgrade, with EU enlargement, integration, regional cooperation and security on the agenda. Serbia–China Connectivity & Industry: President Aleksandar Vučić’s China visit highlights major infrastructure plans, including 1,200 km of motorways/express roads by year-end, plus continued cooperation tied to the Belgrade–Budapest high-speed rail and industrial investment like Smederevo Steel. Travel Planning Watch-Out: The EU’s new Entry/Exit System is rolling out across Schengen, replacing passport stamps with biometric registration—expect longer processing and occasional technical issues, especially during the summer rush. Rail for Tourists: Montenegro has ordered new Stadler electric trains to improve comfort and reliability and support cross-border rail links with Serbia. Human Rights & Migration: A regional network meeting urged that migrant detention be used only as a last resort, with alternatives and safeguards like legal aid, healthcare and judicial review. Belgrade in the Spotlight (Culture): A guide to Prizren in Kosovo offers a quick “what to see” list—Old Stone Bridge and Sinan Pasha Mosque—aimed at travelers looking beyond the usual routes.
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