Prof. Misa Djurkovic, head of the Center for Geopolitics, co-organized and took part in the international conference Smart States in the Contemporary International System, held on June 19–20, 2025, in Thessaloniki.
The event was jointly organized by the University of Macedonia (Greece), the University of Belgrade, and the Institute of European Studies (Serbia), bringing together scholars, policymakers, and experts to examine how states can navigate today’s complex geopolitical environment.
During the conference, Prof. Djurkovic delivered a presentation titled “Is Neutrality Smart? – The Case of Serbia,” exploring the strategic, political, and economic dimensions of neutrality in modern international relations, with a focus on Serbia’s experience.
The two-day program featured panel discussions, research presentations, and debates on state strategies in a multipolar world, highlighting both theoretical insights and practical policy considerations.
