In a complex economic climate such as the current one, the six countries in the area have demonstrated good resilience, growing by 3% in 2025. Serbia and Albania are the driving forces of the region. The European Union as a driver for the development of Balkan economies
After 25 years of negotiations, the European Commission and the Mercosur member countries have signed an agreement to create one of the world's largest free trade areas. Among other things, the agreement includes a a EUR 4 billion reduction in duties and non-tariff barriers