The National Assembly of Serbia once again failed to secure a quorum for a scheduled vote of no confidence in the government, forcing the session to be postponed.
The session, initiated following an opposition proposal to challenge the government led by Prime Minister Đuro Macut, was delayed after only 20 lawmakers were present in the chamber—well below the required number for proceedings.
This marks the second consecutive attempt that has been suspended due to a lack of quorum. A similar situation unfolded a day earlier when members of the ruling majority exited the chamber shortly after the national anthem was played, preventing the vote from taking place.
Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić confirmed that a new session has been scheduled for 12:00, during which lawmakers are expected to address an extensive agenda comprising around 40 items.
Brnabić stated that once key legislative measures and international agreements are adopted during the upcoming session, the ruling coalition will ensure quorum for the no-confidence vote. She characterized the opposition’s initiative as a “political performance,” while emphasizing the government’s commitment to demonstrating democratic procedures.
Reports indicate that members of the ruling coalition did not attend the earlier session, despite prior assurances that quorum would be met. Parliamentary officials noted that lawmakers would be informed about the continuation of the no-confidence debate in due course.
The agenda for the new session includes several draft laws covering areas such as consumer protection, trade practices, anti-trafficking measures, customs operations, and transportation safety. Lawmakers are also expected to review international agreements, including Serbia’s participation in the EU4Health program and financial arrangements with European institutions.
The repeated delays highlight ongoing political tensions between the government and opposition, as Serbia’s parliament continues to navigate procedural hurdles in addressing key legislative and political issues.
