Serbia has consistently and continuously called for the respect of principles of international law and the legally binding UNSCR 1244 which guarantees the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia, the Minister underlined, adding that the presence and activity of UNMIK in Kosovo and Metohija is of key importance for Serbia, given that the UN framework is the guarantor of the status neutrality of the international presence in the Province.

The Minister stressed that Serbia is firmly committed to its economic and social development and expressed gratitude to the UN for assistance in the promotion of many areas, thus largely contributing to the all-encompassing reforms of our society and us being prepared to actively accelerate the European integration process.

Selakovic said that Serbia attaches great importance to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and accomplishment of Sustainable Development Goals.

Furthermore, the Minister expressed gratitude to the UN Team in Serbia for its assistance and support during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Minister Selakovic also expressed an expectation that the UN Secretary General will be able to visit Serbia in the period ahead, noting that this would benefit the entire region.

Belgrade, 21 December 2020