economy

April 30, 2026

ASNS in May Day proclamation: A large part of the citizens lives on the edge of poverty

Workers in Serbia are welcoming the International Labor Day in conditions of economic uncertainty, rising cost of living, and deepening social differences, the Association of Free and Independent Trade Unions announced today in its May Day proclamation, assessing that a large part of the citizens are on the edge of poverty.

ASNS in May Day proclamation: A large part of the citizens lives on the edge of poverty

TL;DR

  • Workers in Serbia face economic uncertainty, rising costs, and deepening social divisions.
  • Price increases for food and energy have rendered wage growth meaningless.
  • A large portion of citizens are living on the edge of poverty.
  • The Association of Free and Independent Trade Unions calls for urgent structural changes and institutional reform.
  • Demands include an independent judiciary, social justice, and greater citizen security.
  • The government is urged to adopt a social market model and combat corruption.
  • Specific requests include increased worker protection, respect for minimum wage, a non-working Sunday, and amendments to labor laws.
  • The association plans to continue its fight against precarious work and low wages, urging other unions to join forces.
  • A May Day gathering is announced in Belgrade.

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