Serbia's student movement ousts longtime leader in Parliament poll

Serbia's student movement has achieved a significant victory in a recent parliamentary poll, ousting the country's longtime leader. This outcome marks a major shift in the country's political landscape, following nearly two years of anti-government protests sparked by a tragic incident at Novi Sad railway station in 2024. The protests were a response to the collapse of a canopy that resulted in the loss of 16 lives.

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Serbia's political instability may deter investors. The ousting of a longtime leader could lead to policy changes, affecting the economy.

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