The Post-Socialist Transition of Serbia
This book provides unique insight into the economic transition of Serbia since the fall of the Milošević regime in 2000. It examines the attempts at democracy building, economic reform, and social welfare improvements within Serbia, as well as attempts to attain membership to the EU through the ongoing process of integration. By covering the entire post-transition period and the economic results of transition, a deep understanding of the challenges facing Serbia is presented, including insights on corruption and democratic backsliding.
This book offers a balanced understanding of the economic progress and challenges seen within Serbia over the last 25 years. It will be relevant to students, researchers, and policymakers interested in economic transition and political economy.
Ivan Vujačić is Professor of Economics (retired) at the University of Belgrade. He is a Fulbright Scholar and served as President of the Fulbright Alumni Association of Serbia (2022–2025).
He is a member of the Presidency of the Serbian Association of Economists and a member of the Presidency of the Serbian Association of Economic Sciences.
He was a member of parliament and faction leader for the Democratic Party in the Federal Parliament of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and held high positions in the Democratic Party in the 1990s. He was the Serbian Ambassador to the United Sates between 2002 and 2009.
He was Vice President of the European Movement in Serbia (2019–2023) and President of the Movement’s Forum for International Relations during that time.
