Ivica Dačić's visit to Moscow highlights the strengthening of police cooperation between Serbia and Russia.
- Dačić and Zubov discuss global security threats.
- The meeting aims to deepen Serbia-Russia bilateral relations.
- Focus on cooperation against organized crime and cybercrime.
- Dačić emphasizes the successful history of cooperation since 2009.
Serbian caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Ivica Dačić began an official visit to Moscow on Thursday with a meeting with Russian State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Igor Zubov.
According to an official statement, the two officials discussed how global security threats are affecting the current situation in the world. They also underlined that relations between Serbia and Russia have traditionally been friendly, while ties between the two peoples were described as fraternal.
Dačić and Zubov said they were ready to step up contacts at senior and highest levels in order to further deepen and strengthen overall bilateral relations and cooperation.
The Serbian minister referred to his 2009 visit to Russia, when the basic Agreement on Cooperation between the two interior ministries was signed. He said he was satisfied with the current level of cooperation, which he described as successful both strategically and operationally.
The statement also said the two sides pointed to mutual support in international institutions and said there was room to expand police cooperation in several areas, especially in the fight against organised crime, cybercrime and human trafficking.
Dačić thanked Zubov for Russia’s consistent position on respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Serbia.
For readers following Serbia’s foreign and security policy, the meeting is another signal of continued police-level communication between Belgrade and Moscow, even as wider international relations remain under pressure. Related coverage of Serbia’s diplomacy can be found on our latest news page.
Frequently asked questions
What was the purpose of Dačić's visit to Moscow?
The visit aimed to discuss and enhance police cooperation between Serbia and Russia.
Who did Ivica Dačić meet in Moscow?
Dačić met with Igor Zubov, the Russian State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs.
What topics were discussed during the meeting?
They discussed global security threats and the need for enhanced cooperation in fighting organized crime and cybercrime.
