The 32nd Kopaonik Business Forum (KBF), often dubbed the “Serbian Davos,” begins on Sunday with a central theme of “Serbia 2027 – Striving for a High-Yield Economy.”
Over four days, the forum will feature 38 panels, three sessions, four special events, and three keynote speeches, addressing topics such as global conflicts, trade wars, U.S.-China tensions, and their potential impact on Europe, the Western Balkans, and Serbia.
The opening day will showcase plans for EXPO 2027, followed by panels analyzing macroeconomic trends in the Western Balkans and Serbia. Participants will also review the latest KBF Corporate Reputation Index results. Discussions will cover global product creation, the role of women in climate change, and a closing session with Aleksandar Kostić, President of MK Group.
On Monday, March 3, Serbia’s central bank governor and finance minister will present their economic outlook. Panels will explore the effects of war and trade disputes on Europe and Serbia, digital economy advancements, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure plans. The Serbian Association of Economists will showcase selected startup initiatives. The day will conclude with a discussion featuring Ge Jun, CEO of Chinese business platform Tojoy.
Tuesday’s agenda begins with a keynote from Professor Branko Milanović, followed by sessions on green energy transition, financial industry trends, and education’s role in fostering a high-yield economy. Panels will also focus on public service quality, circular economy, agricultural innovation, and banking’s role in economic growth. The day will close with a conversation with Svetislav Pešić, head coach of Serbia’s national basketball team.
The forum’s final day, Wednesday, March 5, will open with a plenary session featuring top institutional representatives. The day will also include a UNICEF panel, discussions on modern philanthropy in Serbia, and panels on Generation Z and Alpha. The event will conclude with a healthcare-focused session.
The Kopaonik Business Forum remains Serbia’s premier economic and policy gathering, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and international experts to discuss the country’s economic trajectory. /BV
