Serbia's Minimum Wage: Presidential Claim Under Scrutiny

Serbia's Minimum Wage Debate: Fact-Check of President Vučić's Claim BELGRADE, SERBIA – President Aleksandar Vučić recently stated that Serbia's minimum wage has tripled since 2014. However, a recent video analysis by a Serbian news commentator challenges this assertion. The commentator, whose identity is not revealed in the video, presents data indicating a significantly lower increase when inflation is factored in. The video shows that in March 2025, 97,149 individuals received a minimum wage of 51,744 dinars. Additionally, a substantial number (620,100) earned between the minimum wage and 62,000 dinars. The commentator argues that the president's statement disregards the impact of inflation on the purchasing power of the minimum wage. The video concludes by questioning the government's presentation of economic data. "This is a clear case of manipulating facts," the commentator states, highlighting the discrepancy between the president's claim and the actual data. The video's analysis prompts a crucial discussion about transparency and accuracy in government reporting on economic indicators. This analysis underscores the importance of critical evaluation of official statements and the need for transparent and accurate reporting of economic data to the public. The presenter's data, while not independently verified, raises serious questions about the president's claim and the broader context of minimum wage discussions in Serbia.