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Russia expects session of Security Council on August 3

Russia will preside the UN Security Council as of August 1, and expects the session dedicated to Kosmet to be held on August 3, the BETA agency finds out among Russian diplomatic sources.

Non-Aligned Movement in Belgrade in September 2011

At the meeting of the Coordination Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement, whose forum was addressed last night by Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Jeremic, it has been decided to have two jubilee gatherings next year, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary since the first summit of the Movement.

Tadic: European partners support tone in of resolution

Serbian President Boris Tadic said on Friday that the resolution on Kosovo that Belgrade presented to the UN General Assembly is a constructive document, which is consistent with the interests of the EU, adding that this has been confirmed by the European Commission.

Wordsworth: Text of resolution on Kosovo unacceptable

UK Ambassador to Serbia Stephen Wordsworth said that he was surprised by Serbia's decision to forward a resolution on Kosovo to the UN General Assembly.

Serbian FM urges more than 120 countries support for UN resolution

Jeremic underlined that there are close to 100 separatist movements in dozens of countries around the world, adding that the best way to prevent them from following in Kosovo's footsteps and declare independence is to endorse Serbia's draft resolution.

Serbia does not want confrontation with EU

Political Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Borislav Stefanovic said today that during the preparation of its resolution, which it has submitted to the UN General Assembly, Serbia had had consultations with all the relevant international factors, including the EU, with which it does not want to have confrontation.

Serbia committed to strengthening relations with NAM

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vuk Jeremic announced in New York today that Serbia will continue with its well-prepared, balanced and active foreign policy, which implies strengthening and furthering relations with the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).

Turkish offer for Jat is most serious offer

The Turkish airline company Turkish Airlines continues to be the most serious candidate for the acquisition of Jat Airways according to Serbia"s Infrastructure Ministry. It was pointed out that Jat representatives continued to have close and daily contact with the Turkish company.

Dinar continues to fall despite interventions

The value of the Serbia dinar (RSD) has continued to fall despite interventions by the National Bank of Serbia (NBS). One euro is worth RSD106.14.

FIAT to move production to Serbia, no damage for Turin

The reduction in the number of employees and production capacities in the Mirafiori plant, which employs 5,800 workers, became likely last week when Marchionne unexpectedly stated that he plans to relocate production of certain models to Serbia, news agencies reported.

Serbian President's Cabinet: Silajdizc will not visit Belgrade on Friday

Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia-Herzegovina (BiH) Haris Silajdzic will not pay a visit to Belgrade on Friday as certain media announced, the Serbian president's cabinet told.

Dinkic to visit hotel construction site on Mt Stara Planina

During the visit, Dinkic will sign agreements with leading Spanish hotel and catering companies, which will participate in a tourism development project on Stara Planina, ie with representatives from HG Hotels, Sol Melia and international investment fund Sigma Capital Management.

Dacic to visit Friendship School on Mt Tara

First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Ivica Dacic will visit the Friendship School organised by the humanitarian organisation Our Serbia at 12.00 on 30 July, on Mt Tara.

Serbian, Croatian, Slovenian railway companies to sign agreement on joint venture

Serbian Minister of Infrastructure Milutin Mrkonjic, Slovenian Minister of Transportation Patrick Vlacic and Croatian Minister of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure Bozidar Kalmeta will sign an agreement on the formation of a joint railway company.

Government adopts several bills, decrees

The Serbian government adopted at its session yesterday a Bill on air traffic, a Bill on the ratification of an agreement between the Serbian and Maltese governments on investment promotion, a Bill on the ratification of an agreement between the Serbian and Argentinean governments in the area of veterinary medicine.

Kosovo gets support for €318 million grant from the World Bank

The Prime Minister and the Finance Minister of Kosovo have received in Washington the support of the World Bank and the IMF regarding a grant worth €318 million.

Fair promotes Kosovar products in Albania

The fair "Kosovo Business Days in Albania", organized by the Investment Promotion Agency of Kosovo (IPAK) and the Kosovo Business Alliance (KBA) has promoted Kosovar products in Albania from 26 to 28 July.

Jelasic hands over duties to new NBS Governor

Former National Bank of Serbia Governor Radovan Jelasic on July 29 handed over his duties to the newly elected governor, Dejan Soskic.

Anti-Corruption Agency: Government control threatened

Anti-Corruption Agency Director Zorana Markovic on July 29 called on President Boris Tadic not to sign the amendments to the law on that agency, saying that they seriously brought "into question the democratic control of the government."

Ban Ki-Moon, Jeremic discuss proposed resolution, EU prepares new draft text

In New York on July 29, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon held a meeting with Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Jeremic, at which they discussed a Serbian draft resolution on Kosovo.Meanwhile the EU is drafting its own Kosovo resolution to be sent to the General Assembly.

Deputy Greek FM in Belgrade today

Deputy Greek Foreign Minister Demetris Droutsas will come for a two-day visit to Belgrade, during which he will present the Greek initiative for the re-initiation of dialog between Belgrade and Pristina, after the opinion of the International Court of Justice about the unilateral proclamation of Kosmet independence.

Chinese Gundian interested in investing in Serbia

Gundian is interested in building aeolian power capacities, reversible hydroelectric power station Bistrica, as well as projects related to environmental protection, he said.

Construction of roads remains priority for World Bank in Serbia

Minister of Infrastructure Milutin Mrkonjic presented the new Director of the World Bank Office in Serbia Loup Brefort with the projects of rehabilitation of Serbian road network, with a special emphasis on rail transport.

Serbia advocates just solution to Kosovo issue

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vuk Jeremic stressed that Serbia will never, either explicitly or implicitly, recognised the unilaterally declared independence of Kosovo-Metohija, noting that it advocates a just and compromise solution to the southern province.

UNESCO World Heritage Committee postpones decision on Kosovo-Metohija heritage

Minister of Culture Nebojsa Bradic announced that a debate on Serbia"s proposal on the condition of preservation of Medieval Monuments in Kosovo-Metohija has been postponed in the 34th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Brasilia today.

Ministry for Kosovo-Metohija expects from EULEX to continue to function within status-neutral framework

The Ministry for Kosovo-Metohija announced today, following the appointment of EULEX"s new Chief Xavier Bout de Marnhac, that it expects the EULEX mission to continue to function within a status-neutral framework.

EULEX searched the place of residence of a former KLA commander

The EULEX police has searched the place of residence of a former KLA commander, as part of an investigation into the Blaca case. They would not reveal the name of that person nor the location in which they conducted the search.

Cannabis field found in Kosovo

Kosovo police, KPS, yesterday found a field with more than 6,000 plants of cannabis in a village near the town of Gnjilane.

Greek Ambassador: Greece will not be changing its stance on Kosovo

Stoides told B92 that Droutsas would try and reestablish talks between Belgrade and Priština and said that Greece will not be changing its stance on Kosovo, despite claims from Kosovo's Albanians that Athens would soon recognize Kosovo.

Italian companies interested to invest in Vojvodina

The Italian companies are highly interested to invest in the Serbian Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, especially in its energy sector, according to what was said at a meeting organized in Novi Sad by the Provincial Secretariat for Energy and Mineral Resources.

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The Fourth Business Round Table with the Government of Serbia

Even though the first signs of Serbia"s economic recovery are visible, it is obvious that progress is insufficient and that Serbia has a long way to go to improve its living standard. Serbia faces a long recovery and the government still has many open issues to deal with and reforms to carry out, which are necessary for Serbia"s EU accession.

Financial Innovations Summit 2010

The conference is designed for bankers and financial innovators to come together and share their opinion about the bank of the future. Bonding innovation ideas and banking requirements from the Serbian banking sector, the Financial Innovations Summit is a great opportunity for people to discuss the key challenges retail banks facing with in this period of change. Attendees will benefit from an overall outlook of retail banking trends, financial technology innovations and developments to attract and engage banking clients.

The Future of Payment Cards

Regardless of economic crises, cash is rapidly losing race against ‘the plastic". Modern technologies allow safer, more comfortable and cheaper payment system. However, changes in financial markets will cause new banking trends that will inevitably effect credit cards.

Southeastern European Central Bankers and Ministers of Finance

Ekonom:east Media Group successfully organized the Second Annual Summit: Southeastern European Central Bankers and Ministers of Finance, today at Hotel Splendid in Becici, Montenegro.

Economic cooperation between Croatia and Serbia – how can it be improved?

The goal of this Roundtable is to answer the questions that have been progressively occupying public attention recently in the region, through an open discussion with leading business persons from Croatia and Serbia. There is an obvious need for the integrated economic cooperation of large local companies, and further economic cooperation between the two countries, which is a precondition for stabilization in the region and creation of a good business climate.

Prospects for Energy Business in the Balkan Region

Electric power systems in the region have announced or launched large investments in building new facilities. For the majority of these investments serious strategic partners are necessary, giving them ownership in these energy companies for their participation. New projects may change the energy picture and the balance of power in the region. Which projects are the most interesting and the most attractive to potential investors and how will they be financed?

Restructuring and Privatization of Serbian PEs and Local Public Utility Companies

In the near future, the Government of Serbia is expected to adopt a restructuring strategy for the key public enterprises founded by the State, as well as local public utility companies. Elements of the strategy will directly affect the future of about 600 enterprises and about 150,000 employees, which will indirectly be transferred to the entire economy of Serbia.

e-Banking & e-Commerce in Serbia

Ekonom:east Media Group has the pleasure to once again this year organize a round table discussing e-banking and e-commerce and the latest developments in this field.

The Vienna Agreement – one year later and what the future holds

At this year"s round table organized by the Bankar magazine you will be able to obtain answers to the key issues of significance for the financial, as well as economic stability of Serbia! Round Table "The Vienna Agreement - one year later and what the future holds" is dedicated to the anniversary of signing of the Vienna Agreement, by which banks with foreign capital obliged themselves not to reduce the credit exposure toward Serbia till the end of this year.

Financial Services & CFO Forum

"Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing." -Warren Buffet How will businesses transition into 2010? We are currently in the midst of the worst economic crisis that the world has seen in 50 years and managing money has gained great magnitude in the administration of a company. A company"s access to cash has become a matter of survival and at this year"s 5th Annual Financial Services and CFO Forum we will actively discuss how the stability and recovery of the banking sector will affect CFO"s access to cash and risk management over the upcoming year.

The Pharmaceuticals Market in Serbia from production to sales

Does the crisis influence the pharmaceutical products market and to what extent? What is the price policy in the market? Should the legislation be changed in order to make the pharmaceutical industry more successful, and in what direction? In what way are these problems solved in the region? These are the main topics of the THIRD traditional conference organized by EMG. These and many other issues related to the pharmaceutical sector - from production to sale, will be discussed by eminent experts in this field in three panels, after an introductory speech of Minister of Health, Mr. Tomica Milosavljevic.

Where Experience Meets Innovation

Third Business Round Table with the Government of Serbia - Q&A with the Ministers

It is time for open questions and tangible answers. With the organization of this unique luncheon, Ekonomist Media Group will give you the opportunity to hear first hand from the Serbian government what their plans are as we move into 2010. You will have the opportunity to speak one on one with the members of the government of Serbia, to ask them your questions and to get answers.

Countries in the region have similar problems

Presidents of the region in Novi Sad, and Governors of national banks in Becici - that"s how Montenegrin media presented the summit of governors and leading bankers of the region named "Measures against the global crisis in the financial sector", organized by Ekonomist Media Group, which took place in Becici last weekend. Making a parallel of the two regional summits is not exaggerated. Central banks of Balkan countries, together with the largest banks operating in the region, have so far had special significance for economic and thus political stability, and the significance will be even greater in the upcoming period. The current situation in Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Macedonia and Albania reminds of the known sentence from Tolstoy"s novel Ana Karenina: "All happy families look like each other, and each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way". Or, according to Mr. Vladimir Cupic, President of Hypo-Alpe-Adria Bank Executive Board, "all countries in the region have surprisingly similar problems; the difference is only in the dynamics of events".

"Strategies for Success in the New Reality"

SAP, supported by Ekonomist Media Group is organizing the conference "Strategies for Success in the New Reality", which will be held on June 2nd in the theatre "Pozorište na Terazijama". The main topic of the SAP World Tour 09 conference will be dedicated to the strategies that companies can employ in order to successfully adjust to the current economic situation and be prepared for an improved business climate and a new economic boost.

Corridor 10 - A New Road of Business and Development

As a modern transport "backbone", Corridor 10 might at the same time stimulate development and connecting of the remaining Serbian road and railway infrastructure with the neighborhood, as well as the entire economy as a whole. The direct highway from Western Europe to Greece, Turkey and even further will activate huge investments and have positive primary and secondary effects on the growth, employment, salaries and so on.

The ICT Market in South East Europe

EMG invites you to join us in a discussion at the Ekon:ference Forum: The ICT Market in South East Europe, which aims to raise the industry profile in the region and to initiate questions and strategies for positioning Serbia as an ICT center for the region.

Perspectives of green economy in Serbia - from waste to profit

During the last several years, a set of environmental laws have been discussed. Daily industrial development results in an increasing need for the establishment of systematic problem solving in this field. This is also one of the preconditions for Serbia on its way towards the European Union.

The Future of the Energy Sector in the Balkans

Who steers energy policy in Serbia and in the Balkans? Can we expect serious integration or at least cooperation between the energy sector companies in the Balkan countries? These, along with other significant topics will be discussed at The Third Annual Conference: The Future of the Energy Sector in the Balkans, which will be organised by Ekonomist Media Group on April 15, 2009.

How to Manage Risks In a Period Of Financial Crisis?

Ekonomist Media Group brings a group of the most prominent lecturers from the field of risk management, mostly directors of the largest global consulting and auditing companies, responsible for the regions of Central and South East Europe. The seminar will mostly focus on professionals who deal with risk management, risk assessment, investments in general, audit, accounting, etc. The seminar will give answers to the following questions:

The Real Estate Market in South East Europe

In the current declining market conditions where is the Real Estate Market in South East Europe headed? This, along with other significant issues will be posed at The Fourth Annual Conference: The Real Estate Market in South East Europe.

The Perspective of Public and State-owned Enterprises in Serbia

Citizens are eyeing public enterprises, many of which are among the most profitable ones in the country. With total number of employees of almost 200,000 people, as well as huge value of property and capital, public enterprises operate with uncertainty due to the world crisis.

Financial Services in South East Europe

Developing a strategy for a coherent and strengthened financial services market in an emerging market setting is a challenge facing Serbia and the countries of South East Europe.

Presenting Serbia! Investment Potential of Local Municipalities

Ekonomist Media Group presents the First Business Trade Fair: Presenting Serbia! Investment Potential of Local Municipalities, which will be held on November 27, 2008 at the Belgrade Trade Fair Center, Hall 14, on the second floor.

Business Breakfast: “CFO Challenges in a Changing Business Environment”

Ekonomist Media Group and PricewaterhouseCoopers cordially invite you to attend the Business Breakfast: "CFO Challenges in a Changing Business Environment", which will be held on November 25, 2008 in the Foccacia Restaurant of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Belgrade.