What are the problems when it comes to the construction of the Linglong factory in Zrenjanin and how did the activists try to improve that process through institutions? Find out in the case study written by Ivan Zivkov.

The Belgrade Centre for Security Policy hosted a roundtable discussion on the emerging issues and challenges resulting from Chinese industrial development projects in Serbia. Residents of the three affected cities, journalists, experts in the field of environmental protection, human rights activists and representatives of the international community gathered to exchange views on the topic and agreed Chinese investors are responsible for negative effects, but also the Serbian government which has been turning a blind eye to different malpractices for the sake of economic interests.

Efficient fight against corruption in the police requires an improvement in human resource management, strengthening the sector of internal control, police depolitization, but also encouragement for both citizens and police officers to report cases of corruption, it was concluded at panel discussions held on April 28th and 30th, in Majdanpek, Zrenjanin, and Becej.