Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has indicated that he will be stepping down from office soon. Speaking to his supporters in Belgrade, he announced that he will remain president for a few more weeks before his departure, and it is anticipated that he will call early presidential and parliamentary elections within the next few weeks.
Vucic, who has been in power as either president or prime minister for the past twelve years, is responding to persistent student protests. These demonstrations, which primarily target corruption, were sparked by a tragic incident in November 2024 in Novi Sad, where a roof collapsed at a station, resulting in 16 fatalities. Demonstrators and opposition groups have accused the government of mismanagement and widespread corruption related to construction projects.
Although his second and final presidential term was originally scheduled to run until 2027, it is believed that Vucic does not intend to completely retire. Instead, expectations suggest he will contest the parliamentary election as the main candidate for the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), potentially allowing him to return to the role of prime minister. Vucic did not specify an exact timeline for his resignation or the dissolution of the parliament.
