economy
February 10, 2026
WITHOUT CHINA, THERE IS NO SALVATION FOR SERBIAN WINEMAKING! Vučić sent a message to all producers: We must export 15-20 million bottles annually or there is no future (VIDEO)
The President stated that the Chinese market is the biggest opportunity for domestic wines, announcing strong state support for exports and the development of the winemaking industry.

TL;DR
- Serbian winemaking needs to export 15-30 million bottles to China annually for survival.
- A free trade agreement with China offers significant advantages for Serbian wine exports, with tariffs decreasing to zero by 2028.
- The Chinese market is demanding and requires exceptional quality and favorable pricing.
- Domestic bottle production faces challenges due to higher labor and gas costs compared to countries like Moldova and Ukraine.
- Some markets, such as Muslim countries, are not suitable for exporting alcoholic beverages.
- Established wine-producing markets like France, Italy, and the USA are difficult to penetrate due to local consumption and strong domestic production.
- The state is providing support for the development of the winemaking industry.
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