Student movement triumphs: After parliamentary elections, Serbia faces a new beginning
For 14 years, Aleksandar Vucic dictated his country's politics on his own. But a protest movement by students grew beyond his control. Is a better future now dawning for Serbia?
The opposition Student List has won a clear victory in Serbia's early parliamentary election, with long-time leader Aleksandar Vucic conceding defeat. According to preliminary results, the Student List secured around 53% of the vote, while Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) obtained around 39%. The election, which saw a record 69% turnout, is being seen as a referendum on Vucic's leadership and his party's rule.
The Student List, which is made up of teachers, doctors, and artists, has promised to restore the rule of law and democracy, and to tackle corruption and crime.
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