Belgrade Students Protest Expo: Environmental Concerns and Transparency Issues

Belgrade Students Protest Expo Project: Concerns Over Environment and Transparency Belgrade, Serbia – Students took to the streets today, June 10, 2025, to voice their opposition to the upcoming Expo project near the Sava Center. The protest, which involved dozens of students, focused on two key concerns: potential environmental damage and a lack of transparency in the project's planning and execution. One student, interviewed on camera, stated, "They're changing laws to allow the Expo to expand unchecked, potentially damaging Belgrade's water sources and the Sava embankment." She further criticized the online-only access to project plans, claiming it limits public participation and scrutiny. The protest remained peaceful, though police were present and reportedly identified a number of participants. The students' concerns highlight the need for open dialogue and greater public engagement in large-scale development projects.