Belgrade Assembly to Debate Tunnels and Public Transport Amidst Protests; International Affairs Also on Agenda

Belgrade's Assembly convenes today amidst a packed agenda, addressing critical urban development projects and contentious public transport reforms. The proposed tunnel connections, linking the Sava and Danube slopes, alongside plans for the Dorćol and New Belgrade areas, signal a forward-looking approach to the capital's infrastructure. However, the discussion is overshadowed by a potential shift in public transportation policy that has ignited strong opposition from the GSP union.

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The union of judicial authorities announced today that on Monday, April 27, between 1 PM and 2 PM, employees in judicial bodies will go on a one-hour warning strike, as an expression of 'serious dissatisfaction with the situation in the judiciary' and during negotiations on changes to the Special Collective Agreement.

The proposed amendment to public transport regulations, which could allow private companies to operate routes in the city center, has been met with fierce resistance. Union members are protesting the move, fearing it could undermine public services and lead to job losses. This issue highlights a recurring tension in Belgrade: balancing the need for modernization and efficiency with the protection of public sector jobs and services.

Beyond the city's immediate concerns, N1 Studio Live broadens its scope to national and international affairs. We will hear from Nikola Jovanović of the Center for Local Self-Government regarding the public transport proposals. Vladan Sinđić, a councilor from the Green-Left Front, will shed light on the situation in Užice, where a joint decision by local councilors has reportedly led to a loss of dignity for the City Assembly. Furthermore, the show will delve into the ongoing judicial strike, with reports on the one-hour warning strike by judicial authorities protesting the state of the justice system and negotiations over collective agreements.

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A man, identified as Kol Tomas Alen, opened fire in the lobby of the 'Washington Hilton' hotel, where a dinner for U.S. President Donald Trump and White House correspondents was taking place.

Adding a layer of international gravity, we will discuss the opinion of the Venice Commission on judicial reform with our European correspondent, Nikola Radišić. The program also addresses a concerning report from Washington: a man identified as Kol Tomas Alen opened fire at the Washington Hilton, where a dinner for the U.S. President and White House correspondents was taking place. Acting U.S. Attorney General stated that Donald Trump was the most likely target. Dimitrije Milić from the organization “New Third Way” will offer insights into the rise of extremism within America. From our perspective at N1 Serbia, it is crucial to cover these diverse topics, from local urban planning to global security concerns, providing our audience with a comprehensive understanding of the forces shaping our world.

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The Acting U.S. Attorney General announced that Donald Trump was the most likely target of the attacker.