Pressed by Sanctions: Western Coercion and the Future of Russian–Serbian Relations
... likely to undergo transformation: the notion of direct control over key industrial sectors is increasingly unrealistic, but more flexible forms of influence over specific economic segments remain within the realm of possibility. First and foremost, Serbia’s dependence on Russian gas should not be overlooked. Negotiations on a new long-term gas supply contract remain a key element of bilateral cooperation. As no viable alternative to Russian gas is expected to emerge in the medium term, Moscow will retain a powerful tool of economic ...