Vučić’s imminent resignation amid anti‑corruption protests heightens political uncertainty in Serbia, posing risks to foreign investment and potential shifts in the country’s business climate

Executive summary: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced on June 27 that he will resign within weeks amid ongoing student‑led anti‑corruption protests. The resignation could destabilize Serbia’s governance, affect foreign investor confidence, delay EU integration talks, and trigger early elections.

Who is involved: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, student protest organizers, Serbian government officials, EU representatives, and potential opposition parties.

Likely next: Vučić will submit a formal resignation, an interim president will be appointed, early parliamentary elections will be called, protests may continue, and the EU will assess the impact on accession negotiations.

On June 27, 2026 Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced he will step down within weeks, citing mounting pressure from student‑led demonstrations against corruption. The announcement follows weeks of protests that have accused the government of graft and demanded accountability. A resignation would likely trigger early elections and could delay Serbia’s EU accession negotiations, while investors watch for any policy changes that might affect the business environment. Analysts note that the outcome will depend on how quickly a transitional government is formed and whether the protests continue.