Vucic Resigns as Serbian President
Aleksandar Vucic steps down to run for prime minister in October parliamentary elections, scheduled for October 25
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Parliamentary Speaker Ana Brnabic will take over the presidential role for an interim period.
Vucic pardoned 49 people, including 23 convicted in connection with the protests, as one of his final acts in office.
Presidential election will take place more than a month after the snap parliamentary election in late October.
Outgoing parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic will serve as interim president until a new one is elected.
Story published. Aleksandar Vucic steps down to run for prime minister in October parliamentary elections, scheduled for October 25
Aleksandar Vucic, the President of Serbia, has resigned from his position, effective Sunday. This move is expected to pave the way for him to run as the candidate for prime minister in the upcoming October parliamentary elections.
Vucic has been a dominant figure in Serbian politics, serving as either the prime minister or president since 2014. His resignation as president is seen as a strategic move to allow him to pursue the office of prime minister.
The parliamentary elections are scheduled to take place on October 25. Vucic is a member of the Serbian Progressive Party, a right-wing populist party. As the party's candidate, he is expected to play a key role in the elections.
## What's Next The resignation of Vucic as president and his expected run for prime minister have significant implications for Serbian politics. The outcome of the October elections will determine the direction of the country's government and policies.
The move is also seen as an attempt by Vucic to maintain his influence in Serbian politics. By running for prime minister, he is seeking to continue his leadership role in the country.
## Background Vucic's decision to resign as president and run for prime minister is part of a broader strategy to consolidate power and ensure the continuation of his party's policies. The Serbian Progressive Party has been a dominant force in Serbian politics, and Vucic's leadership has been instrumental in shaping the country's direction.
The upcoming parliamentary elections will be closely watched, as they will determine the composition of the government and the policies that will be implemented. Vucic's candidacy for prime minister is expected to be a major factor in the elections, and his party's performance will have significant implications for the country's future.
