Plagiarism Scandal Rocks Serbian Ruling Party: Parliamentary Hearing Exposes Allegations

Belgrade, Serbia – May 28, 2025 witnessed a heated parliamentary hearing focusing on allegations of plagiarism within the ranks of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). The session, part of the Education Committee's work, was chaired by Marko Atlagić and featured Peđa Mitrović's pointed questioning of the academic integrity of several SNS officials. Mitrović directly implicated several high-ranking individuals, citing specific examples of alleged plagiarism in their doctoral dissertations. "It's clear that this party doesn't value education," Mitrović stated, "their diplomas are clearly bought and sold on the open market." The discussion highlighted the broader concerns about the integrity of Serbia's academic system and its link to political appointments. The committee's investigation into these allegations is ongoing. This event underscores the ongoing need for transparency and accountability within Serbian politics.