Serbian Rector Expresses Optimism After Meeting with Prime Minister on University Funding

Belgrade, June 9, 2025 – Rector Djokic addressed the media today outside the Serbian government building following a meeting with Prime Minister Ana Brnabić. The meeting focused on the pressing financial needs of Serbian universities and the development of a new higher education law. "This meeting was the most constructive we've had," Djokic stated, expressing a degree of optimism. He highlighted several key demands, including addressing unpaid material costs dating back to April, reforming the working group drafting the new law, and adjusting student budget quotas. The Rector emphasized the importance of these issues for the academic community. While no immediate solutions were announced, Djokic indicated a willingness to continue discussions and find common ground. The video provides a clear and concise account of an important event in Serbian higher education, highlighting the concerns of the academic community and the government's response.