SerbiaThe article discusses the sale of state-owned shares in Energoprojekt, a major Serbian construction company, by the Republic of Serbia to private entities linked to Dobroslav Bojović. The state sold 34.6% of its stake at 452.2 dinars per share, generating approximately 1.7 billion dinars (around 14 million euros) for the budget. This transaction has led to concerns about potential forced buyouts of remaining minority shares and the possible withdrawal of Energoprojekt from the stock exchange. The article notes that while the sale was initially seen as a strategic move to increase the state’s share in the oil industry, it has also raised questions about transparency and fairness in the privatization process. It references past attempts to sell shares at lower prices and highlights ongoing tensions between state interests and private investors. The piece concludes with a comparison to American trade policies, suggesting that delays in negotiations may be due to uncertainty in the energy sector.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced overview of the privatization process, including both the financial implications and the political ramifications. While it raises concerns about the influence of private actors like Bojović and his associates, it does not overtly criticize or praise any particular set
