Finance Minister Siniša Mali Unveils 'Serbia 2030' Strategy: EXPO 2027 to Serve as Catalyst for Modernization

Finance Minister Siniša Mali unveils the Serbia 2030 strategy, highlighting €17.8 bln in investments and EXPO 2027 as the catalyst for modern economic growth.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 12, 2026, 9:25 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Tanjug News Agency

EXPO 2027: The "Economic Foundation" for the Next Decade

In a comprehensive policy outlook published on March 12, 2026, Finance Minister Siniša Mali characterized the upcoming EXPO 2027 as the pivotal moment in Serbia's modern economic history. Describing the event as the "pinnacle of all achievements to date," Mali emphasized that the exhibition will host over 135 countries and attract approximately four million global visitors. The government views the EXPO not merely as an international event, but as a long-term development chance that will provide the "economic strength" required for the next decade of national growth.

Investment-Grade Rating and Accelerated Growth

Mali highlighted that Serbia has recently achieved a historic milestone by obtaining its first-ever investment-grade rating. This upgrade reflects a transition from what the Minister described as a period of "economic ailment" and bankruptcy to becoming Europe's third fastest-growing economy. The strategy relies heavily on self-funded growth and foreign direct investment, with the goal of creating a systemic rebirth that moves the country into a new stage of accelerated development.

Large-Scale Capital Infrastructure

The "Serbia 2030" strategy is currently supported by a massive portfolio of 323 capital projects distributed across the country. These projects, valued at a combined €17.8 billion, include: