Government has confirmed receiving Serbia’s written endorsement supporting Harare’s candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Prof Amon Murwira , announced during Serbia’s Statehood Day celebrations in Harare, yesterday.
Addressing senior government officials, diplomats, and members of the Serbian community, Prof. Murwira described the endorsement as a reflection of enduring bilateral ties spanning decades.
“Today’s celebrations are not merely ceremonial; they are a reaffirmation of a relationship anchored in history, solidarity, and shared values.
Serbia, as part of Yugoslavia, provided vital technical, material, and moral support to our freedom fighters. That support laid a foundation of mutual respect that Zimbabwe will never forget,”he said.
He said the partnership between Zimbabwe and Serbia had evolved into broad-based cooperation across key sectors.
“Our cooperation now spans education, trade, health, agriculture, ICT, tourism, and culture. We also commend Serbia for its support during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the opportunities extended to Zimbabwean students through the World in Serbia Scholarship Programme, which currently hosts 35 of our students,” Minister Murwira said.
Prof. Murwira expressed gratitude for Serbia’s backing of Zimbabwe’s Security Council bid.
“We are deeply honoured by Serbia’s written confirmation of support for Zimbabwe’s candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
This endorsement is a vote of confidence not only in Zimbabwe, but in our shared commitment to the principles of sovereignty, non-interference, and peaceful resolution of disputes,” he said.
He added, “We assure you that Zimbabwe, if elected, will represent the voice of all nations, particularly developing countries, with fairness, balance, and responsibility.”
Serbia’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Radisa Grujic, reaffirmed Belgrade’s commitment to strengthening relations.
“Serbia values its long-standing friendship with Zimbabwe. Our cooperation is built on mutual respect and a shared vision for development, peace, and multilateralism,” Ambassador Grujic said.
Looking ahead, Prof. Murwira confirmed Zimbabwe’s participation in Expo 2027 Belgrade.
“The Expo, under the theme ‘Play for Humanity,’ presents Zimbabwe with a global platform to showcase our innovation, industrial potential, and human capital,” he said.
The Minister also highlighted cultural diplomacy initiatives.
“We look forward to the launch of a joint project between the Museum of African Liberation in Harare and the Museum of African Art in Belgrade,” Prof. Murwira said.
The minister announced that several memoranda of understanding are expected to be signed during his forthcoming visit to Serbia later this year.
Zimbabwe and Serbia maintain diplomatic relations dating back to the era of the former Yugoslavia, which supported Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle. Serbia reopened its embassy in Harare in 2022, signalling renewed engagement.
Zimbabwe is seeking election to a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2027–2028 term as part of its international re-engagement strategy.
