Serbia’s snap election: What’s at stake and can students unseat Vucic?
Summary
Serbia is holding an early parliamentary election on October 25 to decide if President Aleksandar Vucic’s party can stay in power after 14 years. The election follows mass protests led by students demanding changes due to government corruption and a deadly accident, with a new student-backed group challenging the ruling party.Key Facts
- Serbia’s snap parliamentary election will take place on October 25, 2024.
- The election was moved up after President Vucic resigned ahead of his term ending and is now running for prime minister.
- A deadly accident in November 2024, where 16 people died due to a roof collapse in Novi Sad, triggered nationwide protests.
- Students lead the protest movement focused on fighting corruption and improving government accountability.
- The main challenger is a student-backed political group made up of academics, teachers, and professionals new to politics.
- The students' campaign avoids divisive issues like Kosovo or foreign relations, focusing on rule of law and ending corruption.
- Some opposition parties support the student group instead of running separately, while others may not pass the election threshold.
- The election result could either continue the current ruling party’s control or bring major political changes in Serbia’s government and institutions.
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