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Finding distributors in Serbia is easy. Finding the right commercial partner is not. This practical guide explains how foreign companies can identify, qualify and approach Serbian…
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A practical 2026 guide for Balkan companies entering Italy: route-to-market models, importer roles, customs, VAT, product compliance, logistics, contracts, partner due diligence and a 90-day execution…
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How to sell online in Serbia in 2026: customs duties, VAT, marketplaces, DTC logistics, EU-origin rules and local partner options.
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Serbia exported €4.55 billion in ICT services in 2025. This article explains what is driving the sector, where the next growth could come from and what…
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A realistic guide to entering North Macedonia in 2026, covering TIDZ incentives, manufacturing clusters, tax, workforce, logistics, banking and the checks investors should complete before committing.
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A practical 2026 guide to choosing where and how to establish a business in Bosnia and Herzegovina across its three distinct jurisdictions.
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A realistic 2026 guide to Serbian company formation for foreign founders, including electronic registration, banking, tax, residence and operational risks.
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What the EU Growth Plan’s 2026 reform payments, SEPA integration and investment pipeline mean for companies operating across the Western Balkans.
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Srbija ima indikativnu alokaciju od 1,586 milijardi evra kroz Plan rasta EU. Analiziramo SEPA, reforme, energetiku, infrastrukturu, tendere i konkretne poslovne prilike za kompanije.
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