Uroš Đokić, Member of Parliament from Serbia’s People’s Movement, stressed that the only reliable way to challenge President Aleksandar Vučić is through a unified front of the student movement and opposition parties.
Speaking on N1 television, Đokić questioned the likelihood of parliamentary elections in the autumn, despite Vučić’s recent announcement suggesting a possible early vote. He emphasized that elections are inevitable only for the presidential term ending in spring 2027, framing Vučić’s statements as attempts to distract political actors and delay internal and external pressure.
“Vučić is trying to convey that there is no need for major protests, as elections will eventually take place. But the real opportunity to challenge his rule lies in uniting opposition forces,” Đokić said.
He proposed that students and opposition parties agree on a single electoral list, similar to the coalition strategy employed in Bajina Bašta, where a combined front of seven parties aligned with the ruling SNS secured 47% of the vote. According to Đokić, avoiding vote splitting is key to overcoming Vučić’s influence.
Discussing the current student movement, he noted differences with local political coalitions:
“Unlike the clear-cut elections in Bajina Bašta, parliamentary elections remain uncertain. Nevertheless, it is crucial for all societal and political actors to sit down and plan responsibly. If we want to counter this political ‘octopus,’ we must act collectively.”
Đokić highlighted that any coalition strategy must reflect voter sentiment, based on internal research and dialogue among all stakeholders.
“Our research shows that the only secure way to remove Aleksandar Vučić is a unified approach. The opponent is one, and we are not adversaries among ourselves—we must combine efforts,” he concluded.
