Chinese President Xi Jinping and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic met in Moscow Friday, seizing the moment during events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War victory. The leaders discussed deepening bilateral cooperation, from infrastructure projects to tech innovation, amid global geopolitical shifts.
💡 Why it matters: With Serbia’s strategic position in Europe and China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), collaborations like the Budapest-Belgrade railway project are paving the way for faster trade networks. “Our partnership is a model of mutual respect,” Xi noted, emphasizing shared goals in economic resilience and cultural exchanges.
🌐 Context: The meeting comes as Serbia balances its EU aspirations with growing Chinese investments. Analysts say this symbolizes Moscow’s role as a diplomatic hub, while young professionals in Belgrade and Beijing are buzzing about AI partnerships and student exchange programs.
🧑💻 For the youth: Xi highlighted plans for joint tech labs and youth camps, aiming to inspire Gen-Z innovators. “The future belongs to those who build bridges,” he said, nodding to Serbia’s vibrant startup scene.
