Thursday, 30th October 2025

US Envoy Hill Applauds Serbia’s Integral Role in Balkan Cooperation

US Ambassador to Serbia, Christopher Hill, has commended Serbia for its pivotal role in promoting regional integration within the Balkans through the Open Balkan initiative, highlighting its potential to bring fresh perspectives to the European Union

In a significant endorsement of Serbia’s regional efforts, US Ambassador to Serbia, Christopher Hill, has lauded the country’s proactive stance towards the Open Balkan initiative during the Kopaonik Business Forum. The initiative, which aims to foster regional integration akin to the European Union model, has been highlighted as a pivotal movement for the Balkans, with Serbia at its helm.

Ambassador Hill underscored the importance of Serbia’s leadership in ensuring that the collaborative frameworks established under the Open Balkan initiative not only endure but also prevent external EU problems from seeping into the region. Serbia’s proposition for regional integration, according to Hill, is a testament to the country’s unique positioning and its potential to introduce a diverse perspective within the EU dialogue.

“Serbia approaches the EU with its distinct identity, enriched by relationships with a variety of desires unfamiliar to Western European countries. This positions Serbia to bring something different to the table,” Hill stated. He further emphasized that any addition to a group, including the EU, must adhere to and promote the values and interests of the collective.

Ambassador Hill’s remarks reflect a broader recognition of Serbia’s role in enhancing regional cooperation and stability, highlighting the country’s ability to contribute positively to the European Union’s future dynamics.

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