CHADEZ: New Development Strategy Launches Major Investment Cycle and Economic Digital Transformation

March 9, 2026

TL;DR

Serbia's National Economic Development Strategy involves over 40 billion euros in investments by 2035.
The strategy combines infrastructure development (roads, railways, hospitals) with a strong technological focus on digital infrastructure, data centers, supercomputers, and AI.
A key project is the development of a national large language model (LLM) for AI, trained on Serbian data and functioning on domestic infrastructure.
This national AI model aims to improve AI application accuracy in sectors like agriculture, industry, public administration, judiciary, and education.
AI application in agriculture could increase yields by up to 30% and generate significant savings.
Digital infrastructure is seen as crucial for attracting modern investments.
Serbia has existing capacities in data centers, supercomputers, and a developed IT industry, with software exports nearing four billion euros annually.
Development of AI necessitates changes in the education system and additional training programs for employees.
The Chamber of Commerce of Serbia offers free AI training, with over 7,000 participants so far.
EXPO 2027 investments are expected to enhance Serbia's position as a regional and international business hub.
A strategic goal is Serbia's accession to the European Union and the integration of the Western Balkans into the EU's economic structure.

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