Common goals for more balanced development of Serbia - Minister Đerlek and representatives of SCTM agreed cooperation

On November 1, 2023, Edin Đerlek, Minister for Balanced Regional Development, received representatives of Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities (SCTM), led by Secretary General Nikola Tarbuk, and cooperation in improving development of local communities was agreed.

Minister Đerlek presented the projects of the Ministry for Balanced Regional Development implemented in the past period, with a special emphasis on the new methodology and the new unique list of development of local self-government units, which was prepared by Cabinet of the Minister for Balanced Regional Development, and which is expected to be adopted. This list provides detailed data on the socio-economic status of each local community, thereby facilitating the proper targeting of resources and development projects.

On this occasion, SCTM representatives introduced the minister with the work and past activities of the organization, whose mission is to improve cooperation and coordination between towns and municipalities throughout Serbia, in accordance with European standards.

Possibilities for future cooperation between the Ministry for Balanced Regional Development and SCTM were discussed, with the aim to work jointly in achieving the goals for improving living conditions of citizens in local communities and reducing inequalities between regions. The importance of synergy and effective coordination between different levels of government was emphasized to achieve sustainable development results.

Minister Đerlek expressed the readiness of the Ministry to support the initiatives of SCTM and to work together to create better living conditions for the citizens of Serbia. The meeting took place in a constructive tone, and Minister Đerlek and SCTM representatives agreed that future cooperation will contribute to balanced regional development and a better life quality for all citizens.