In a recent statement from Paris, Serbian Deputy President Aleksandar Vučić revealed plans for a new salary increase for public sector employees, particularly those in education. Salaries for these employees are set to rise to over 51,000 dinars, reflecting the government’s commitment to investing in the future and prioritizing education. Specific details on the extent of the increase were not disclosed.
Vučić also addressed the minimum wage, indicating that the government aims to reduce levies to ensure that increases in the minimum wage do not place the full financial burden on employers. “Our goal is to raise the minimum wage while safeguarding the interests of investors and the sustainability of domestic businesses,” he stated.
Additionally, Vučić highlighted recent data showing that the average salary in Serbia has surpassed 100,000 dinars. He clarified that this figure represents the average salary, with the median salary—where half of employees earn more and half earn less—standing at 78,000 dinars. This median salary has more than doubled from 27,000 dinars a decade ago. Vučić also noted that the minimum wage has similarly tripled over the same period.
