Swiss ambassador attending Stadler Rail Procurement Signing Ceremony

08.04.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 8^th April 2021, Swiss ambassador Urs Schmid attended the signing ceremony at the Ministry of Construction, Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Serbia on the procurement of three high-speed electric-powered passenger trains of the renowned Swiss company Stadler Rail.

Swiss Ambassador addressing panel on World Water Day

22.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On the occasion of World Water Day on 22 March, Nestlé Adriatic in Serbia organized an online panel with participation of national and municipal authorities as well as representatives of the media and of the Nestlé production facility in Surcin. 

Courtesy visit of the Swiss Ambassador Urs Schmid to the Minister of Interior of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vulin

22.03.2021 — Local news Serbia

On 22 March 2021, the Swiss Ambassador to the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Urs Schmid, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Aleksandar Vulin.

The main topic of discussion was the bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and Serbia, most specifically on police cooperation and on migration cooperation.

Winners selected in the annual award for best practice in applying good governance principles

19.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
Knić, Kragujevac, Kruševac and Veliko Gradište are the winners of the 2020 Annual Award for the best town/municipality in applying good governance principles. With the award, the Ministry of Public Administration and Local Self-Government (MPALSG) encourages and supports further improvement of good governance at the local level. The awards are co-funded through the Swiss PRO Programme supported by the Government of Switzerland.

Swiss Ambassador meets Minister of Education, Science and Technological Development

12.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 12 March 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, was received by the Serbian First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technological Development, H.E. Mr. Branko Ružić, for a courtesy visit. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to review the very close bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and Serbia, especially on vocational education and training (VET) and in support of the Science and Technology Parks (STPs). 

Swiss Ambassador supports breast cancer patient association «Milica»

10.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
The Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, on 10^th March 2021 participated at the opening of the exhibition of photographs by Nebojsa Babic entitled "Together against cancer” placed in Kalemegdan. 

Local Government Fellowship program launched for eleven young professionals in southwest Serbia

09.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
The OSCE Mission to Serbia launched its Local Government Fellowship on 1^st February this year, in partnership with six municipalities. The initiative will enable eleven young women and men from Novi Pazar, Nova Varoš, Priboj, Prijepolje, Tutin, and Sjenica to gain professional experience in public administration and democratic governance by working with local institutions. This five-month project is implemented with the support of the governments of Switzerland and of Canada. 

Making Equality a Reality Together with Local Governments

08.03.2021 — Local news Serbia

Celebration of International Women’s Day ignited many local governments throughout Serbia to mark the official start of the small-grant projects strengthening local Gender Equality Mechanisms supported by the Swiss Government through the Swiss PRO Programme.

On 8^th March 2021, many citizens in Kruševac, Ivanjica, Ćićevac and Kraljevo had the opportunity to find out more about the activities their local governments have been undertaking to improve the equality of women and men in their local communities and opportunities to involve themselves in the project activities.

Dance company “Alias” from Geneva to participate at the Belgrade Dance Festival

03.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 3^rd of March 2021 the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, took part at the press conference of the 18^th Belgrade Dance Festival. The event was held at the National Assembly in the presence of the President of the National Assembly, H.E. Mr. Ivica Dacic, the Minister of Culture, H.E. Mrs. Maja Gojkovic and the Deputy Mayor of Belgrade, Mr. Goran Vesic as well as the diplomatic representatives of countries contributing to the Festival.

Swiss Ambassador meets Serbian Prime Minister

19.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 19 February 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, was received by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia, H.E. Ms. Ana Brnabic, for a courtesy visit. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to review the excellent bilateral relations between Switzerland and Serbia.

A Serbian-Swiss success story: Swiss Ambassador visits Science Technology Park Belgrade

10.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
Upon invitation, Swiss Ambassador Urs Schmid took the opportunity to visit the Science Technology Park (STP) in Belgrade on 10 February 2021. The Ambassador was impressed by the six-building hub, which is home to more than 100 companies with over 850 employees. The visit was an ideal chance to meet and talk to many Serbian entrepreneurs and get an idea of the dynamic and innovative environment of the STP.

Swiss Ambassador meets Serbian Minister of Public Administration and Local Self-Government

08.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 8 February 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Public Administration and Local Self-Government, H.E. Mrs. Marija Obradović. The meeting provided a good opportunity to reinforce the close bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and the Ministry on a number of projects and programs. 

Switzerland's support to Serbia in the fight agains the Covid-19

09.04.2020 — Press release Serbia
Referring to the Serbian government’s enquiries asking for support in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, the Embassy of Switzerland would like to inform about the measures which have been undertaken or will be carried out in favor of Serbia and its citizens while reminding that Switzerland is itself one of the hardest affected countries in Europe.

Visit of the Swiss delegation to South-West Serbia

05.12.2019 — Press release Serbia
On 3 and 4 December 2019, a Swiss delegation visited the region of South-West Serbia and met with the Mayors of Novi Pazar and Tutin, the President of the Bosniak Minority Council as well as with the elected representative from the National Parliament Muamer Zukorlic. A meeting also took place with representatives from the OSCE Mission in Serbia.

No Cherry Picking In Reform Process

19.09.2019 — Press release Serbia
Politicians and the media too often entertain the notion that the European Union is imposing reforms on Serbia. Nothing could be more mistaken: reforms are necessary for the sake of Serbia and its people. Beyond enabling sustainable prosperity, reforms aim at preventing Serbia from backsliding towards autocracy and nationalism – two plagues that the Serbian people suffered from too much in the recent past – Philippe Guex.

OECD’s Positive Review of Swiss International Cooperation

10.04.2019 — Press release Serbia
The Development Assistance Committee presented the results of its review of Switzerland's international cooperation in Bern on 5 April 2019. Its findings are mainly positive: Switzerland is a strong and reliable development partner. The Committee has also made new recommendations to Switzerland to enable it to meet the challenges ahead.

Serbian brands presented at Berlin fashion fair

20.08.2018 — Press release Serbia
Serbian fashion brands presented their collection for the first time in Berlin in July. This was the opportunity for Serbian brands to get familiar with the German market, establish new contacts and promising business relationships. Switzerland is supporting Business Support Organizations, export promotion services and market access for textile companies from Serbia.

Switzerland supports the public accounting reform in Serbia

02.07.2018 — Press release Serbia
Through the recently launched Public Sector Accounting Reform project, Switzerland continues to support the Serbian Government in the realization of its public finance management reform. In cooperation with the Treasury Administration and the World Bank, Switzerland will stay dedicated until 2020 to support the improvement of the public accounting system in Serbia.

Introducing the European Energy Award in Serbia

28.06.2018 — Press release Serbia
The new Swiss supported project will be implemented in Paracin, Krusevac, Vrbas and Uzice. The European Energy Award (EEA) Approach is a comprehensive energy management system that enables translation of national goals related to energy into local policy recommendations. In addition, the project involves the rehabilitation of 20 public buildings, which will increase energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emission.  

Royal wine experience in the heart of Serbia

25.06.2018 — Press release Serbia
The renovated degustation hall in the Royal Winery will strengthen further activities of the Association of Sumadija’s winemakers. Switzerland participates in the development of the Serbian wine industry by supporting local wine producers and the development of regional brand.

Efficient and Effective Legislative Drafting as a Precondition for Country’s Development

06.06.2018 — Press release Serbia
Swiss Government has supported publication on legislative drafting that represents strategic step toward further development of Serbian legislative framework.  

Tutin and Sjenica: Position of asylum seekers in centers in Raska district

31.05.2018 — Press release Serbia
The latest visit of the Swiss delegation to Raska district testifies the continuity of cooperation between Serbia and Switzerland in the field of migration management.

“Sumadijski ducan” in the centre of Belgrade

15.05.2018 — Press release Serbia
Sumadija is known for brandy and wine. Starting from May 17^th 2018, Sumadija brandy and wine will be available in its own shop in Belgrade.

Switzerland continues to support the dual VET reforms in Serbia

11.05.2018 — Press release Serbia
Dual education is an integral part of the overall education reforms in Serbia. Switzerland is recognized as a reliable partner by the Serbian Government in this process. Last week’s visit of the Swiss expert for dual education is a further step within important  support.

Swiss ambassador attending Stadler Rail Procurement Signing Ceremony

08.04.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 8^th April 2021, Swiss ambassador Urs Schmid attended the signing ceremony at the Ministry of Construction, Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Serbia on the procurement of three high-speed electric-powered passenger trains of the renowned Swiss company Stadler Rail.

Swiss Ambassador addressing panel on World Water Day

22.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On the occasion of World Water Day on 22 March, Nestlé Adriatic in Serbia organized an online panel with participation of national and municipal authorities as well as representatives of the media and of the Nestlé production facility in Surcin. 

Courtesy visit of the Swiss Ambassador Urs Schmid to the Minister of Interior of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vulin

22.03.2021 — Local news Serbia

On 22 March 2021, the Swiss Ambassador to the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Urs Schmid, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Aleksandar Vulin.

The main topic of discussion was the bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and Serbia, most specifically on police cooperation and on migration cooperation.

Winners selected in the annual award for best practice in applying good governance principles

19.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
Knić, Kragujevac, Kruševac and Veliko Gradište are the winners of the 2020 Annual Award for the best town/municipality in applying good governance principles. With the award, the Ministry of Public Administration and Local Self-Government (MPALSG) encourages and supports further improvement of good governance at the local level. The awards are co-funded through the Swiss PRO Programme supported by the Government of Switzerland.

Swiss Ambassador meets Minister of Education, Science and Technological Development

12.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 12 March 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, was received by the Serbian First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technological Development, H.E. Mr. Branko Ružić, for a courtesy visit. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to review the very close bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and Serbia, especially on vocational education and training (VET) and in support of the Science and Technology Parks (STPs). 

Swiss Ambassador supports breast cancer patient association «Milica»

10.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
The Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, on 10^th March 2021 participated at the opening of the exhibition of photographs by Nebojsa Babic entitled "Together against cancer” placed in Kalemegdan. 

Local Government Fellowship program launched for eleven young professionals in southwest Serbia

09.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
The OSCE Mission to Serbia launched its Local Government Fellowship on 1^st February this year, in partnership with six municipalities. The initiative will enable eleven young women and men from Novi Pazar, Nova Varoš, Priboj, Prijepolje, Tutin, and Sjenica to gain professional experience in public administration and democratic governance by working with local institutions. This five-month project is implemented with the support of the governments of Switzerland and of Canada. 

Making Equality a Reality Together with Local Governments

08.03.2021 — Local news Serbia

Celebration of International Women’s Day ignited many local governments throughout Serbia to mark the official start of the small-grant projects strengthening local Gender Equality Mechanisms supported by the Swiss Government through the Swiss PRO Programme.

On 8^th March 2021, many citizens in Kruševac, Ivanjica, Ćićevac and Kraljevo had the opportunity to find out more about the activities their local governments have been undertaking to improve the equality of women and men in their local communities and opportunities to involve themselves in the project activities.

Dance company “Alias” from Geneva to participate at the Belgrade Dance Festival

03.03.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 3^rd of March 2021 the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, took part at the press conference of the 18^th Belgrade Dance Festival. The event was held at the National Assembly in the presence of the President of the National Assembly, H.E. Mr. Ivica Dacic, the Minister of Culture, H.E. Mrs. Maja Gojkovic and the Deputy Mayor of Belgrade, Mr. Goran Vesic as well as the diplomatic representatives of countries contributing to the Festival.

Swiss Ambassador meets Serbian Prime Minister

19.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 19 February 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, was received by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia, H.E. Ms. Ana Brnabic, for a courtesy visit. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to review the excellent bilateral relations between Switzerland and Serbia.

A Serbian-Swiss success story: Swiss Ambassador visits Science Technology Park Belgrade

10.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
Upon invitation, Swiss Ambassador Urs Schmid took the opportunity to visit the Science Technology Park (STP) in Belgrade on 10 February 2021. The Ambassador was impressed by the six-building hub, which is home to more than 100 companies with over 850 employees. The visit was an ideal chance to meet and talk to many Serbian entrepreneurs and get an idea of the dynamic and innovative environment of the STP.

Swiss Ambassador meets Serbian Minister of Public Administration and Local Self-Government

08.02.2021 — Local news Serbia
On 8 February 2021, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Public Administration and Local Self-Government, H.E. Mrs. Marija Obradović. The meeting provided a good opportunity to reinforce the close bilateral cooperation between Switzerland and the Ministry on a number of projects and programs.