economy
March 19, 2026
SERBIAN GOVERNMENT TAKES URGENT MEASURES! Minister Đedović Handanović Speaks Out!
We also decided to release 40,000 tons of diesel from reserves as an additional measure to protect the market, which will be implemented in the coming days - stated the Minister of Mining and Energy
TL;DR
- Serbia extends the ban on exporting oil and petroleum products until April 2, 2026.
- The ban covers diesel, gasoline, and crude oil for all transport methods.
- The government will release 40,000 tons of diesel from reserves.
- Measures are intended to protect citizens and the economy from global oil price increases.
- Previous measures included a 20% reduction in fuel excise taxes.
- Global market disruptions, including Middle East conflicts, have increased oil prices by 40%.