Balkans in April 2026: the most important developments in economy
In April 2026, the Balkan economy was led by industry and investment news from Croatia and Serbia. On April 7, Rimac Technology said it will produce battery systems for the new BMW i7 electric sedan at its facility in Zagreb, with worldwide supply planned. Croatia also saw the launch of Europe's first commercial robotaxi service, a plan by Ukraine's General Cherry and the Croatian drone maker ORQA to build an underground component factory, and the first Taco Bell restaurant. United Airlines is considering flights to Zadar as US demand for Croatia grows, and Croatia Airlines recorded its best-ever first quarter.
In Serbia, Aman acquired DIS and became the country's largest retail chain, and Srbijagas raised fees for household gas connections. The Serbian President said Serbia and Israel will jointly manufacture combat drones, in cooperation with Elbit Systems. On April 20, the EU was reported to be considering freezing 1.5 billion euros in funds for Serbia over rule-of-law concerns, and EU Commissioner Kos warned that 700 million euros for the Balkans is at risk without reforms. The same day the US granted Serbia's oil company a new sanctions waiver. President Vucic announced subsidies for a new glass factory that opened in Paracin.
In North Macedonia, Prime Minister Mickoski said fuel supplies are stable and extended a fuel discount by one month.
by WorldBrief & Maksim Micheliov | AI-generated summary
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