**University of Belgrade Rejects President’s Dialogue Invitation**
The Rector’s Board of the University of Belgrade has decided not to accept an invitation for dialogue sent by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on February 3, 2025. In a statement, they expressed their unity and stated that they did not believe a dialogue with the current government officials was possible or effective.
**Reasons for Rejection**
The Rector’s Board cited several reasons for rejecting the invitation. They said that the government officials’ public statements had been inconsistent, making it unclear whether a meaningful dialogue could take place. The statement also mentioned the lack of trust in institutions and the ongoing attacks on the academic community in the media and physical spaces.
**Conditions for Dialogue**
The University of Belgrade stated that any dialogue must be conducted in an atmosphere of mutual respect between all relevant actors, with trust in institutions and within their jurisdictions. They emphasized that the government must fulfill the students’ demands before engaging in a discussion.
**Support for Students**
The Rector’s Board expressed its support for the students and reiterated the University’s insistence on fulfilling their demands. The statement also mentioned that the University is ready to provide expert support to the students in determining how to meet their demands.
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