"CLASH WITH THE WEST IN THE STUDIO!" Vucic with Cambell Without Censorship: Russia, NATO, Kosovo, Trump, China
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić was a guest on the podcast "Politics is Left", where he had a long, often tense conversation with British journalist Alistair Campbell and another host about the most important global and regional issues.
TL;DR
- Vučić discussed Serbia's complex relationship with Russia, emphasizing that the world is not black and white and that Serbia is not a puppet of any nation.
- He addressed the 1999 NATO bombing, stating that Serbians feel increased resentment due to the intervention against a sovereign state, believing it was politically motivated to separate Kosovo.
- Vučić reflected on his political evolution, stating his current vision for Serbia is focused on open borders and European cooperation, not war.
- He promoted the "Open Balkan" initiative as a realistic solution for long-term peace through free movement of people and goods.
- Regarding the EU, Vučić expressed doubt about Serbia's quick accession due to political conditions.
- He noted a shift in Serbia's economic partnerships, with Germany and China becoming more significant than Russia.
- Vučić admired China's discipline and long-term goals, contrasting it with Europe.
- He indicated that he would vote for Donald Trump if he were an American, citing conservative values and historical relations.
- Vučić defended his leadership against media criticism and highlighted the historical peak in Hungarian-Serbian partnership under Viktor Orbán.
- He mentioned considering other candidates for prime minister and suggested he might withdraw if he lacks the energy, emphasizing his legacy of transforming Serbia through economic growth and infrastructure development.
- He acknowledged that after 14 years, people may desire change, regardless of results.