Where Wu Xiqi is, power is.
On June 27, Vučić announced his resignation from the presidency of Serbia. According to Serbia’s constitution, the president is essentially a ceremonial head of state, while real control over the government lies with the prime minister. Vučić’s original presidential term was set to end in 2027, but he has now voluntarily stepped down early—this is less a retreat than a strategic repositioning.
Why?
Because he has already served as prime minister and has openly stated he would not rule out returning to that role. If early presidential and parliamentary elections are held, the ruling Serbian Progressive Party still holds a strong chance of victory. The presidency could be handed to a trusted ally, while Vučić himself transitions into the role of prime minister, continuing to wield control over both the government and the ruling party.
Vučić is changing positions, not necessarily power.
Over the past year, Serbia has witnessed its largest wave of protests in decades following the Novi Sad train station disaster. Students and opposition groups have continuously pressured the government, leading many to speculate whether Vučić was forced out.
Yet despite the large-scale demonstrations, the opposition has never produced a truly competitive leader. Support for Vučić’s party remains overwhelmingly dominant.
Therefore, this appears more like a political maneuver than a political farewell.
What truly matters is not whether Vučić remains president, but whether power in Serbia will continue to revolve around him after early elections.
If the answer is yes, then as the saying goes: Where Wu Xiqi is, power is.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1869220983049290/
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