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NIS Ownership Negotiations Stalled Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Efforts to clarify the ownership structure of Serbia's oil and gas company NIS have encountered significant delays, as discussions are increasingly influenced by geopolitical factors rather than market dynamics. This situation underscores the challenges faced in sectors deemed strategically sensitive. At the heart of this deadlock is NIS's shareholder composition. The company is predominantly owned by Russia's Gazprom Neft, while the Serbian government holds a substantial minority interest. What would typically be a straightforward divestment process has transformed into a…