# India-Serbia diplomatic and economic engagement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-serbia-diplomatic-and-economic-engagement
> Updated: 2026-08-31T08:29:39.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju led a delegation to Belgrade, Serbia, for a high-level meeting commemorating the 65th anniversary of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). The gathering, themed ‘The Legacy of Non-Alignment: Lessons for Today’s World,’ brought together representatives to reflect on the movement's history.

During the visit, Rijiju engaged in diplomatic discussions with Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić. The officials addressed the historical friendship between the two nations, with Đurić noting India’s support for Serbia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

Beyond diplomatic recognition, the meeting focused on expanding economic and technological cooperation. Key areas of interest for future collaboration include trade, investment, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies. Additionally, India is expected to showcase its cultural and economic potential at the upcoming Expo 2027 in Belgrade.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Serbia and India strengthen diplomatic and economic ties

Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić and Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju met in Belgrade to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation in AI and digital tech, and the Non-Aligned Movement.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-and-india-strengthen-diplomatic-and-economic-ties

### 2026-08-31: Kiren Rijiju leads Indian delegation to NAM meeting in Belgrade

Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju is leading India's delegation to a high-level Non-Aligned Movement meeting in Belgrade, marking the 65th anniversary of the movement's first conference.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kiren-rijiju-leads-indian-delegation-to-nam-meeting-in-belgrade

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