Jovanović confers with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

20. Feb 2026.
The State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, Nevena Jovanović, met today with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Republic of Serbia, Martijn Elgersma, to discuss key issues related to Serbia’s European path, current challenges in the process of accession to the European Union, as well as opportunities for further enhancement of bilateral cooperation between Serbia and the Netherlands.

The interlocutors exchanged views on the pace of reform activities, the importance of continuing dialogue with the institutions of the European Union, and the broader political context influencing the enlargement process.

State Secretary Jovanović emphasized that the Republic of Serbia remains firmly committed to continuing its European integration process, underscoring the importance of a partnership-based approach and the continued support of EU Member States in overcoming challenges within the accession framework.

The interlocutors agreed that there is room for further strengthening cooperation across numerous areas, jointly assessing that regular political dialogue contributes to the advancement of overall bilateral relations and to Serbia’s progress on its European path.