Reconciliation is a Moral Duty & Protects The Dignity Of Serbs, Tadic Says
Serbia had a moral obligation to hand over fugitives to the Hague, President Boris Tadić said at a meeting in London. He also explained his recent reconciliatory moves for acts committed during the 1990s as necessary to protect the dignity of Serbs and establish a relationship of trust in the region.
“We have tried to develop a new trust with our neighbours,’ said Tadić. “Arresting Ratko Mladić and Hadzić was, in my view, a moral necessity for Serbia and an essential step in building that trust. That was a high risk operation, very difficult for us, but we did it. We didn’t do that in terms of the European Union or because of conditions of integration. We did it because of ourselves. Because of Bosniaks, Croats, Albanians. Because of our moral duty. Because of what happened in history and what we expect in the future.
Tadic Remains Positive As Serbia Looks To The Good Friday Agreement For Kosovo Solution
Belgrade and Priština could learn from the Good Friday Agreement, Serbia’s President Boris Tadić has said. His words came after a “constructive discussion” with British Prime Minister David Cameron, where the issue of Kosovo was discussed. “We can find a solution,’ Tadić said. “This is really possible.”
During a meeting in London, the President said: “I have looked at a variety of arrangements. People talk about the two Germanys model, the example of Sweden and Finland over the Öland Islands, and I am particularly interested in the Good Friday Agreement and the subsequent declarations between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. You have a great deal of experience because of this issue. You have also had to work through patient diplomacy and the politics of striking a difficult compromise.
Tadic Steps Up His Campaign As The Presidential Caravan Rolls Into London
Serbian President Boris Tadić is in London as part of an international charm offensive to secure backing for Serbia’s EU ascension hopes and to improve investment links with his country. During his three day visit, Tadić will hold talks with British Prime Minister David Cameron, Foreign Secretary William Hague and meet with business leaders from the City.
The Serbian diaspora will also be targeted with an Embassy reception, with Tadić well aware of the mistrust and frustration that many Serbs feel after his years at the helm. The President’s detractors are questioning the coalition’s achievements and, increasingly, they are wondering aloud about the rationale and intentions behind certain unpopular moves that could appear to appease foreign interests more than they track the mood on the home front.
With Great Responsibility Comes Great Reward
Life comes with many responsibilities. As we grow up we learn more each day about the importance of showing respect to others, taking responsibility for our actions and caring for our environment and everything within it. As soon as we put these ideals into action, the payoff we receive in return can be a great reward.
For many, the first experience of responsibility comes with taking care of a pet. These cats, dogs and other animals that we invite into our homes rely on us for their food, health and care. We share our lives with them and they reciprocate with unquestioning companionship and love. That seems like a good deal to me.
