Results of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the first 100 days of the Government of Serbia

Over the past 100 days, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has continued to work intensively on strengthening Serbia’s international position, promoting its key national interests, and advancing defined foreign policy priorities, while simultaneously deepening bilateral relations with international partners and actively participating in the work of major multilateral forums.

The period since the formation of the Government led by Prime Minister Đuro Macut has been marked by an elevated level of diplomatic engagement in extremely complex geopolitical conditions and in the context of intricate relations among the Western Balkan countries. The Ministry has actively and decisively pursued Serbia’s foreign policy positioning, with a focus on consolidating existing and forging new partnerships, safeguarding national interests, and enhancing Serbia’s influence within international organisations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs remains committed to responding to modern global challenges in line with the strategic priorities of the Republic of Serbia.

During this period, Minister of Foreign Affairs Marko Đurić held over 50 meetings with his counterparts, international officials, ambassadors, and senior representatives of various institutions. His diplomatic engagements spanned eight countries across three continents: Antigua and Barbuda, Ghana, Italy, Luxembourg, Hungary, Poland, the United States, and Switzerland.

Minister Đurić also took part in seven major international gatherings and conferences, reaffirming Serbia’s commitment to dialogue, regional stability, and enhanced international cooperation, both within its immediate neighbourhood and globally.

Officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs implemented an intensive diplomatic programme during the first 100 days of the new Government, contributing to the strengthening of bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and Serbia’s global positioning. They represented both the Ministry and the Republic of Serbia at numerous international forums and events held in Belgrade and abroad. Visits were carried out to Antigua and Barbuda, Azerbaijan, Austria, Venezuela, Ghana, Greece, Cyprus, the People’s Republic of China, the United States, the Syrian Arab Republic, and Croatia. Political consultations were held with counterparts from Lithuania, Vietnam, Latvia, Argentina, and Iraq.

As part of efforts to modernize visa policy and enhance services for foreign nationals, the Ministry actively participated in the development and implementation of the E-Visa system for entry into the Republic of Serbia. In coordination with the Office for IT and eGovernment, the Ministry of the Interior, and other relevant institutions, the Ministry made a key contribution to defining procedures, establishing regulatory frameworks, and internationally promoting the new system. Special attention was paid to coordination with Serbia’s diplomatic and consular missions and the preparation of staff for the application of the new regime.

In support of greater international mobility and easier travel for Serbian citizens, the Ministry has also stepped up efforts to expand the network of visa-free regimes. Serbian travel documents currently allow visa-free entry into 140 countries, ranking Serbia among the top 35 most powerful passports in the world, according to official indexes.

In light of the security crisis in the Middle East, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Serbia, successfully organized the safe return of Serbian nationals from the State of Israel on 20 June, amid the escalation of conflict.

To ensure that Serbia’s voice continues to be heard across the globe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs—working in coordination with President Aleksandar Vučić and Prime Minister Đuro Macut—will continue to strengthen the institutional and human capacities of Serbian diplomacy. Guided by a responsible policy of outreach grounded in dialogue, mutual respect, and cooperation, the Ministry will pursue further enhancement and expansion of Serbia’s diplomatic and consular network. The overarching goal remains to ensure that Serbia continues to act as a reliable and visible international actor, consistently safeguarding its state and national interests.