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Metal Ore Exports Drive Serbia’s Mining Growth in 2026

Mining has emerged as a significant growth contributor to Serbia’s external trade, with exports from the sector increasing faster than many of the country’s established manufacturing industries. Mining exports climbed 33.1% in the first eight months of 2026, according to MAT, while metal ore extraction recorded the strongest performance among mining activities. The growth was concentrated in metal ores. Extraction in this category increased 13.3% year on year in August, while cumulative production during the first eight months was 3.7%…