Serbia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Aleksandar Vulin, recently gave an exclusive interview where he opened up about his country’s strong relationship with Russia and other global powers, including China, Brazil, and South Africa. He emphasized that Serbia feels understood and supported by these nations, particularly in their fight to protect the rights of Serbs in Kosovo and Metohija.
Vulin shared his belief that Serbia has always been on the right side of history. He explained that during the NATO bombing of Serbia in 1999, which was meant to weaken the country, it wasn’t just Serbia that was harmed — international law itself was dealt a severe blow. Despite the challenges, Vulin made it clear that Serbia will continue to stand firm in its position, defending its people and history.
Serbia’s close ties with Russia are a cornerstone of its national strategy. According to Vulin, Russia is Serbia’s main gas supplier, and this partnership is not only crucial for Serbia’s economy but also for the wellbeing of its citizens. He expressed satisfaction with this energy deal, highlighting its importance for both countries.
Vulin also touched on the growing tensions between Russia and the West. While many European countries have imposed sanctions on Russia due to the ongoing political conflicts, Serbia has refused to do so. Vulin made it clear that Serbia will never join in on the “anti-Russian hysteria” that has swept across Europe. In his view, Serbia is the only European country where such hostility towards Russia hasn’t taken root. He pointed out that in Serbia, Russian media are still allowed to operate freely, something that isn’t happening in most other European nations. Vulin stressed that freedom of information and democracy are critical to Serbia’s values, and silencing voices — whether they come from Russia or anywhere else — isn’t an option.
Finally, Vulin criticized the sanctions imposed on Russia by the West, arguing that these measures harm the countries that impose them more than they hurt Russia. He reiterated Serbia’s commitment to working closely with Russia, particularly in the energy sector, and expressed optimism about the future of their partnership.
Through his comments, Vulin painted a picture of a Serbia that stands strong in its beliefs, loyal to its allies, and willing to go against the current of Western politics to protect its national interests.
