Vucic thanks UK ambassador for contribution to strengthening of bilateral ties

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received a farewell visit from the UK's Ambassador to Serbia Sian MacLeod on Tuesday, thanking her for having contributed to advancement of bilateral ties through her committed work and diplomatic experience.

MacLeod expressed gratitude for the support she had received during her tenure in Belgrade.

The parties agreed there was a common interest in stepping up the ties further in all areas and said they were confident there was space for an increase of British investments in Serbia and bilateral trade cooperation, the presidential press office said in a statement.

Vucic noted that several joint economic and infrastructure projects including the Morava Corridor had been launched during MacLeod's term in Belgrade.

Vucic and MacLeod also discussed other significant regional and international political affairs.