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Serbia’s Evolving Role in European Manufacturing

Serbia is increasingly recognized as a significant near-shore manufacturing hub within Europe’s industrial framework. This development is characterized by Serbia's functional integration into the continent's production systems rather than formal membership in the European Union. The country has established itself as a vital component of European value chains, crucial for optimizing logistics and costs across various sectors. Over the last decade, Serbia’s economic ties with the European Union have strengthened, with approximately 58–60% of its external trade linked to EU…