Serbia made it clear to EU it won't tolerate humiliation

In a written statement to the press, carried by the Serbian government's website, Dacic said that Belgrade "made it clear to the EU that it seeks mutual respect and that it will not tolerate blackmail and humiliation."

Dacic added that this was "the only way to defend our national interests, while continuing on our European road."

He expressed hope that the European Union "learned lessons that there will not be double standards any more when it comes to Serbia."

"This decision is also a recognition for consistent and reform policy of the government of Serbia and Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic, which yesterday at a summit in Paris encountered the full verification by the leading figures of the most important countries in Europe and the EU itself," Dacic said.
Source: B92
5/7/16
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  Source: B92
5/7/16