site.btaSerbian Prime Minister Says Government Changes Due This Spring

Serbian Prime Minister Djuro Macut announced on Tuesday that changes in the government are expected "as early as this spring," Serbian public broadcaster RTS reported.

"We need to reach the point where we [the government] also start thinking about a reconstruction. I believe it is time for this to be done periodically, and perhaps it is time to start thinking about it as early as this spring," Macut said in an interview with the broadcaster.

He noted that "all members of the government have specific goals that must be pursued and achieved," and that their work will be monitored and evaluated according to the degree to which they are committed and take responsibility.

"Everyone needs to step out of their offices, we must be everywhere on the ground. Some do it more, others less. There is also a lack of communication," Macut added.

His statement came two days after Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic warned that responsible ministers will be replaced if, during the next worsening of the weather, people are once again left without electricity and water, as happened at the start of 2026.

Macut highlighted the international EXPO, which Serbia will host for the first time in 2027, as a key national project. The Prime Minister added that he sees the exhibition as a mechanism for development across the country, with the aim of decentralization through accompanying local programmes.

He commented on Serbia’s EU integration, noting that "there is some stagnation, but it is not as pronounced as is often presented." Macut said some laws were returned by Brussels for further harmonization with the European Union, but they are practically ready.

"A coordination body has been formed to analyze the situation weekly, because Brussels is a huge mess and you don’t know whom to contact. The coordination body was a logical proposal from Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic," Macut explained.

He added that the new entity will be led by Serbia’s ambassador to the European Union and will include six ministers and representatives from the Prime Minister’s office, which should enable more effective coordination and communication with EU institutions.