Serbia’s parliament is revising a set of laws initially proposed by former Justice Minister Nela Kuburović, dubbed the “Mrdić Laws” by critics. The amendments follow significant opposition and public backlash regarding the original legislation. Aleksandar Ivanović of the Serbian People’s Party (NPS) stated the government was forced to address flaws after initial resistance. Opposition parties allege the revisions are insufficient and represent a reactive response to widespread criticism, with President Vučić identified as the key proponent of the changes. The laws concern judicial processes and have been criticized for potentially undermining judicial independence. Debate continues regarding the extent and impact of the amendments, with the opposition maintaining concerns about the laws’ overall intent. The revised legislation is now subject to further parliamentary review.
